Mark Smith, then aged 36, was still coming to terms with his diagnosis of mesothelioma when he spoke to Good Health about it ...

Once in the lungs, they can find their way to the mesothelium—a tissue membrane that lines the lungs, abdomen and heart. Once an asbestos fiber is in the lung mesothelium it can remain there for ...

As we navigate the intricate maze of mesothelioma trials in California, it is essential to understand the legal landscape in play. From the collection of compelling evidence to the selection of ...

The fibers build up in your lungs and affect the lining of the lungs and chest wall. Over time, the inhaled asbestos particles cause inflammation of the mesothelium (also called the pleura), causing ...

The results initially revealed the significant infiltration of macrophages into the OV mesothelium. Furthermore, in the OV outer membrane, the hub genes and CD68 were often coexpressed in the same ...

The pleura (plural: pleurae) is a two-layered membrane that covers the lung. Between the layers is a small amount of lubricating fluid, known as pleural fluid, which helps cushion the lung and reduce ...