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Definitions Of Mesothelium.

Definition:
Mesothelium is the layer of tissue (membrane) that surrounds certain organs of the body.
This tissue is divided into 3 primary regions:
  • The pleura - the lining around the lungs
  • The pericardium - the lining around the heart, and
  • The peritoneum - the lining around the abdominal cavity
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that begins in the mesothelium.Mesothelioma most common in people who have been exposed to asbestos, and continues to increase in incidence worldwide.



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