Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos is a highly hazardous substance that can lead to various medical diseases. One of these, mesothelioma, is a rare type of cancer. This rare cancer affects the linings of specific organs. The most frequent forms are peritoneal and pleural mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is caused by breathing asbestos https://vimeo.com/704901591