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Malignant Mesothelioma
Malignant mesothelioma is a cancer of mesothelium. The mesothelium surrounds the lung and abdomen, allowing organs to slide past eachother (like when the lungs expand and contact or the digestive system moves food through the intestines). Two thirds of mesothelioma cases diagnosed are pleural mesothelioma, or a cancer of the lining of the lungs. Most of the remaining cases are peritoneal mesothelioma, or a cancer of the lining of the abdomen. Mesothelioma can affect, however, the lining of the heart (or pericardium) or the lining of the testicles.

For more information on mesothelioma and the lastest news on new mesothelioma treatments, please visit the Mesothelioma Center.Nearly all cases of malignant mesothelioma are a direct result of asbestos exposure. Since it often takes between 20-30 years from the initial exposure for mesothelioma to develop, people with exposure to asbestos in the 1950's , 60's, and 70's are now being diagnosed. Because of mesothelioma's aggressive nature, most patients with this rare cancer live only a short time; however, a wide variety of new treatments and procedures are constantly being researched and tested, and many of these have successfully extended—and improved—the lives of mesothelioma patients.

Goldberg, Persky & White, P.C. has represented many individuals that have been diagnosed with mesothelioma and lung cancer, as well as other asbestos-related diseases. We have offices in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Michigan, but please feel free to contact us regardless of your state of residence.

We have compiled a list of Cancer Treatment Centers where victims of mesothelioma and other cancers can turn for treatment and medical attention.

If you would like to contact us for information about your legal options, or for available treatments, please contact a mesothelioma lawyer here.