Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is an uncommon neoplasm arising from the mesothelial cells lining the pleura. Rarely, pleural mesothelioma is localized, benign, and readily resectable for cure. A variant of localized pleural mesothelioma is a fibrous tumor of the pleura that probably arises from a different layer of cells in the pleura, and it also is usually completely resectable. For the purposes of this review, only the more common and aggressive diffuse malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) will be discussed. MPM is usually associated with history of chronic asbestos exposure. Despite its relatively rare incidence, there is a great interest in this disease as it has spawned many legal battles and consequently has led to the elimination of asbestos in all the industrial sectors, particularly in shipping and construction.

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Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma:
A Comprehensive Review