Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma in a Young Adult: A Case Report and Literature Review

Jin-Hao Xu；Chia-Yu Chiu；Jen-Hsien Lin；Wei-Yi Lee

asbestos exposure ； asbestos inhalation ； occupational exposure ； brake linings ； asbestos bans

胸腔醫學

39卷3期（2024 / 09 / 01）

281 - 291

英文

Classic malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM) is typically diagnosed in patients >70 years old. Here, we presented a case of MPM diagnosed at age 30, with asbestos exposure 10 years previous. We also reviewed the published literature on MPM at age <40 (young MPM). Compared with the historical cohort, young MPM has a shorter latency period (15 vs. 32 years), less known asbestos exposure (38% vs. 80%), and more surgical opportunities (31% vs. 18%). Although asbestos has been gradually prohibited in developed countries, clinicians should be aware that MPM can still occur after short-term exposure to asbestos in young adults.