What is pericardial mesothelioma?

A rather rare variation of the cancer mesothelioma is the so called pericardial mesothelioma, which is a very serious heart condition, caused by the build up of cancerous cells on the lining that surrounds the organ. Like peritoneal and pleural mesothelioma, this form is a fatal, too, as a cure is yet to be found.

What are the causes of pericardial mesothelioma and who is at risk of contracting it?

Consistent with all other types of mesothelioma, the per...