Type of Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer starts in cells in certain part of the body. In most cases it attacks the cells in the chest, stomach, and the heart. Mesothelioma gets its name from the lining formed by these cells, which is called Mesothelium. These cells play an important roll in protecting the organs by creating a special fluid around the organ, allowing it to move. For example fluid around the lungs makes it easy for the lung to move during inhaling and exhaling.

Tumor caused by Mesothelioma are referred to as malignant mesothelioma, but commonly they are known as Mesothelioma. There are several types of tumors that cause cancer:

Main types of Mesothelioma Tumors are:

1. The most common type of tumor is called Epithelioid. The prognosis is better for this type of tumor over the other.

2. Sarcomatoid: also known as fibrous. This cover about 10-20% of the cases of Mesothelioma cases.

3. Biphasic: This type contains features from both Epithelioid and Sarcomatoid.

Almost 30% of the Mesotheliomas start in or near the chest area. Other 10-20% usually begin in the stomach area and are referred to as peritoneal mesotheliomas. The least type of mesotheliomas are near the heart.