Pleural mesothelioma

What is pleural mesothelioma?

This is a type of cancer that starts in the tissue that covers the lungs. Although it develops in the chest and involves the lining of the lungs, it is not a lung cancer and it is treated differently to lung cancer.

Pleural mesothelioma pathway

A best practice, cancer care pathway for patients that explains what to expect on your cancer journey

Local support and information

• There are Cancer Care Coordinators and Social Workers available to support you during your cancer journey.
• The Lung Foundation has a range of resources for patients and family members affected by mesothelioma
• Cancer Council Tasmania offer local support groups.

Other pages on our site

• Questions to ask your cancer doctor about treatment
• The role of your GP in your cancer care
• Your care team
• Supportive care
• After treatment and survivorship