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mesothelium [‚me·zō′thē·lē·əm] (anatomy) The simple squamous-cell epithelium lining the pleural, pericardial, peritoneal, and scrotal cavities. (embryology) The lining of the wall of the primitive body cavity situated between the somatopleure and splanchnopleure. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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National Cancer Institute, it is "a rare form of cancer in which malignant cells are found in the mesothelium, a protective sac that covers most of the body's internal organs. The inner layer is made up of mesothelium with micropinocytotic vesicles. Bromate induces tumors in the rat kidney, thyroid, and mesothelium (8,9) and is a renal carcinogen in the mouse (9). |
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