About mesothelioma, all are true except
Malignant mesothelioma in thorax arises from either visceral or parietal pleura. There is increased incidence among people with heavy exposure to asbestos. There is a long latent period of 25 to 45 years so usually seen in late adulthood or middle age group. Malignant mesothelioma is a diffuse lesion that spreads widely in pleural space & is usually associated with extensive pleural effusion & direct invasion of thoracic structure hence it is more of diffuse nature rather being bilateral & symmetrical.
Develop in late middle age
It is bilateral and symmetrical
It is due to chronic exposure to asbestosis
It shows biphasic paftern
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