mesothelioma is a cancer of the outer lining of the lung and chest cavity and the lining of the abdominal wall. this form of cancer is peculiar because the only known cause is from:
The only known cause of peritoneal mesothelioma at this time is asbestos exposure and is responsible for approximately 30 percent of mesothelioma incidences annually 2 When asbestos enters the abdominal area, it embeds itself into the peritoneum.