Mesothelioma Lung Cancer Asbestos can cause asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Most mesothelioma cases start in the lung. A rarer type of mesothelioma begins in the lining of the abdomen and is known as malignant peritoneal mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is caused by uncontrolled cell growth. https://vimeo.com/704720394