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n. -A malignant tumor of the covering of the lung or the lining of the pleural and abdominal cavities, often associated with exposure to asbestos.

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  • Research about screening tests for the early detection of mesothelioma is ongoing.
  • Diagnosing mesothelioma is often difficult, because the symptoms are similar to those of a number of other conditions.
  • Although reported incidence rates have increased in the past 20 years, mesothelioma is still a relatively rare cancer.
  • It also can cause a condition called mesothelioma, which is a different type of lung disease which can be very problematic, very difficult to treat, as well.
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