Peritoneal mesothelioma.

The clinical and radiological features of peritoneal mesothelioma in four patients with an industrial history of asbestos exposure are described. The radiological features of intestinal obstruction, soft tissue masses and displacement and infiltration of bowel are stressed. A normal chest radiograph does not exclude the diagnosis. More sensitive diagnostic imaging and perhaps the use of laparoscopy may help to improve the accuracy of pre-mortem diagnosis.