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Learn About the Definition of Mesothelioma. What Causes Mesothelioma? How Is It Treated?
Mesothelioma
A tumor of the tissue that lines the lungs, stomach, heart, and other organs.
- Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
Cancerous (malignant) mesothelioma is the most common form, usually affecting the lungs.
Very rare: Fewer than 20,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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