Mesothelioma and Asbestos Asbestos is an extremely hazardous substance that can lead to several medical ailments. One of these mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer. This rare cancer affects the linings of certain organs. The most frequent kinds are peritoneal and pleural mesothelioma. Mesothelioma develops from inhaling asbestos fibres. https://vimeo.com/705002188