
Mesothelioma - Wikipedia
Epithelioid and biphasic mesothelioma make up approximately 75-95% of mesotheliomas and have been well characterized histologically, whereas sarcomatous mesothelioma has not been …
Mesothelioma: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that most commonly starts in the lining of your lungs or abdomen. It can cause shortness of breath, cough, digestive symptoms and more.
Mesothelioma Basics | Mesothelioma | CDC
Jun 10, 2025 · Exposure to asbestos causes most cases of mesothelioma. Cancer is a disease in which cells in the body grow out of control. Mesothelioma is a cancer that forms in the thin …
Mesothelioma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Dec 5, 2024 · Mesothelioma is a cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the mesothelium. The mesothelium is a thin layer of tissue that covers many internal organs. Mesothelioma is …
Learn About Mesothelioma - American Lung Association
Dec 3, 2025 · Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer that occurs in the thin tissue that lines your internal organs. The most common kind of mesothelioma forms in the lining around the lungs …
Mesothelioma Information - American Cancer Society
Whether you (or a loved one) are worried about developing mesothelioma, have just been diagnosed, are going through treatment, or are trying to stay well after treatment, this detailed …
Mesothelioma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outlook
Dec 2, 2024 · Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that primarily begins in the tissues surrounding your lungs. It’s rare but aggressive. It may not be discovered until it has spread to other areas …
Mesothelioma - Harvard Health
Dec 1, 2025 · Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects the thin membranes that line most of the body's organs. In the lungs and chest cavity, this membrane is called the pleura.
Malignant Mesothelioma—Patient Version - NCI
Malignant mesothelioma is a cancer of the thin tissue (mesothelium) that lines the lung, chest wall, and abdomen. The major risk factor for mesothelioma is asbestos exposure. Explore the …
Mesothelioma, Asbestos Cancer | MD Anderson Cancer Center
Learn about mesothelioma signs, diagnosis, causes, risk factors, and treatment options. Typically occurs 30-50 years after asbestos exposure. 60-70% of cases epithelioid type.