What is Mesothelium?
Frequently Asked Mesothelioma Questions
The mesothelium is a membrane covering and protecting most of the body's internal organs. The mesothelium contains two layers of cells, with one surrounding the organ and the other forming a sac around it. The mesothelium creates a lubricating fluid which is released between these layers allowing moving organs, such as the lungs and heart, to glide easily against nearby structures.
The mesothelium has different names, depending on its location in the body:
- The peritoneum is the mesothelial tissue that covers most organs in the abdominal cavity.
- The pleura is the membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the wall of the chest cavity.
- The pericardium covers and protects the heart.
- The mesothelial tissue surrounding the male internal reproductive organs is called the tunica vaginalis testis.
- The tunica serosa uteri covers the internal reproductive organs in women.
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Mesothelioma Cancer Centers provide specialized cancer treatments to victims of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related cancers. Cancer treatments include: Chemotherapy, Radiation, Surgery, Clinical Trials, and New Treatments for Cancer.
Mesothelioma Doctors specialize in the treatment of Malignant Mesothelioma Lung Cancer. This includes the three major types of Mesothelioma:
- Pleural Mesothelioma
- Epithelial Mesothelioma
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Products that May Contain Some Asbestos
The following products may be a risk for Mesothelioma as they can still contain asbestos. A Michigan Mesothelioma Lawyer will know what Asbestos Products may cause Mesothelioma.
- Insulation
- Wall and ceiling tiles
- Textured paints
- Asbestos pipe, wallboard and millboard
- Automobile and truck brakes, brake pads and brake linings
- Siding and roofing products
- Furnaces and boilers
- Toasters and hairdryers
- Pot holders and ironing board covers
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