Pleural mesothelioma

Orpha code: 50251OMIM code: 156240

Definition

Malignant mesothelioma is a fatal asbestos-associated malignancy arising in the lining cells (mesothelium) of the pleural and peritoneal cavities, as well as in the pericardium and the tunica vaginalis.

Disease data
Classification

Disease

ORPHA code
50251
OMIM code
156240
ICD10 code
C45.0
ICD11 code
2C26.0

No additional description.

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