Pleural mesothelioma
ICD-10 Code
C45.0
Pleural mesothelioma
Definition
A neoplasm that arises from the mesothelial cells of the pleura. The primary cause is exposure to asbestos. The major histologic variants are the epithelioid malignant mesothelioma, desmoplastic malignant mesothelioma, and sarcomatoid malignant mesothelioma. Patients present with persistent cough and shortness of breath.
Also known as mesothelioma of pleura, mesothelioma of the pleura, pleura mesothelioma, pleural mesothelioma, pleural mesothelioma (disease) — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 5157 per MONDO
- ICD10CM C45.0 per MONDO
- NCIT C9351 per MONDO
- SCTID 109372009 per MONDO
- UMLS C1377913 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Respiratory system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |