Mesothelioma Lung Cancer Asbestos can cause asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Mesothelioma can be found in the tissues' linings and most cases start in the lungs. Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma is a rarer mesothelioma type that starts in the abdominal linings. Like all cancers, mesothelioma is caused by uncontrolled cell growth. https://vimeo.com/704914371