Mesothelioma Lung Cancer Asbestos is a known cause of asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a condition that affects the linings of tissues, and the majority of cases begin in the lungs. A rarer type of mesothelioma starts in the abdomen's lining and is known as malignant peritoneal mesothelioma. https://vimeo.com/705019667