Peritoneal mesothelioma is cancer of the abdominal lining. Mesothelioma of the peritoneum symptoms include pain, swelling, nausea, and weight loss. Peritoneal mesothelioma, also known as cancer of the peritoneum, is a cancer of the abdominal lining. The disease is not nearly as common as pleural mesothelioma.
Surgery is not often possible for peritoneal mesothelioma as you need to be very fit for this type of major operation. Some people with peritoneal mesothelioma may have anti-cancer drugs injected into a vein. Mesothelioma is usually diagnosed at an advanced stage. Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare disease. The total number of cases per year in the United States is estimated between 100 and 500.
