Mesothelioma Lung Cancer Asbestos can cause lung cancer, asbestosis and mesothelioma. The majority of mesothelioma cases begin in the lungs. A less common type of mesothelioma begins in the lining of the abdomen and is known as malignant peritoneal mesothelioma. Like all cancers, mesothelioma is caused by uncontrolled cell growth. https://vimeo.com/704891725