EPITHELIOID MESOTHELIOMA
Epithelioid (epithelial) mesothelioma is the most widespread cell type, constituting roughly 50% to 70% of all malignant mesothelioma. These cells are comparatively consistent in shape and have a tubular pattern with a distinct cell nucleus. The individual cells are shaped like cubes or multi-sided boxes.
Because of the similarity between adenocarcinoma and mesothelioma cancer cells, they are often confused and mesothelioma can be misdiagnosed. examination of the cancer cells under high-powered microscopes and recognition of sole characteristics of the chemical properties of the cells can help make the proper diagnosis.
Like all forms of this malignant disease, epithelioid mesothelioma is caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos in its friable form, that is in a form where particles are thrown into the air. This usually occurs when the asbestos is processed in some way, such as by cutting or sawing.
Epithelial mesothelioma is a rare and deadly form of cancer that can have a noteworthy effect on the membrane lining the chest cavity, heart, lungs and abdominal cavity. at present,
Most if not all epithelial mesothelioma cases are the result of asbestos exposure. Indeed, one of the most worrying aspects of this type of cancerous disease is that patients who suffer it were generally exposed many years, often decades, earlier. This naturally makes it difficult to determine when and where the disease was contracted
