Objective: To describe 33 cases of malignant mesothelioma among individuals with no known asbestos exposure other than cosmetic talcum powder. Methods: Cases were referred for medico-legal evaluation, and tissue digestions were performed in some cases. Tissue digestion for the six cases described was done according to standard methodology. Results: Asbestos of the type found in talcum powder was found in all six cases evaluated. Talcum powder usage was the only source of asbestos for all 33 cases. Conclusions: Exposure to asbestos-contaminated talcum powders can cause mesothelioma. Clinicians should elicit a history of talcum powder usage in all patients presenting with mesothelioma.
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Marsh, Gary M.
Ierardi, A. Michael
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CUNY, Grad Sch Publ Hlth & Hlth Policy, Dept Environm Occupat & Geospatial Hlth Sci, New York, NY 10021 USACardno ChemRisk, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 USA
Ierardi, A. Michael
Benson, Stacey M.
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Benson, Stacey M.
Finley, Brent L.
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