Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos can trigger a variety of medical conditions. One of these is mesothelioma. This is a rare type of cancer that affects the lining of specific organs. The most common types of mesothelioma are pleural and peritoneal. Mesothelioma develops from breathing asbestos fibres. The asbestos fibres cause https://vimeo.com/704717723