Malignant mesothelioma after household exposure to asbestos.
Malignant mesothelioma (MM) is an aggressive cancer that has been closely linked to asbestos exposure. Initially recognized as an occupational cancer in male workers, MM was later found to occur in their family members as well. We report the case of an 89-year-old female who presented with abdominal distention, pain, and findings consistent with malignant ascites. Family history was significant for fatal mesothelioma in her husband of 40 years, who was a worker at a tile factory. The diagnosis of MM was confirmed on pathologic examination of the omental core biopsy.
Saint Joseph Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine, 2900 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60657, USA.
Raya
R
Saba
Godson Nnamdi
GN
Aronu
Ravinder Pal
RP
Bhatti
Aibek E
AE
Mirrakhimov
Nwabundo
N
Anusim
Aram
A
Barbaryan
Shawn G
SG
Kwatra
Nkemakolam
N
Iroegbu