Peritoneal Mesothelioma is a from of Mesothelioma that attacks the tissue lining of the abdomen. It is caused by exposure to asbestos.
Peritoneal Mesothelioma accounts for 10% of Mesothelioma cases. It is extremely deadly. Due to the latency of the disease and the nature of the symptoms, it is hard for doctors to diagnose Peritoneal Mesothelioma, a fact which contributes to its deadliness. It is important to include exposure to asbestos in your medical history as that will lead your doctor to look at the Peritoneal Mesothelioma option.
Sunday, December 31, 2006
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