Mesothelioma Lung Cancer Asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. The majority of mesothelioma cases begin in the lung. A rarer type of mesothelioma develops in the lining of the abdomen, called malignant peritoneal mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is caused by uncontrolled cell growth. https://vimeo.com/704985158