[Consequences of exposure to asbestos dust].

Mesotheliomas of pleura are neoplasms that rarely occur. Their etiology is connected with occupational exposure as well as environmental contact with asbestos dust. In this work, two cases of mesotheliomas of pleura are presented: first one with occupational exposure, the other one with environmental exposure. An increased number of mesothelioma diseases has been emphasised and endangerment of inhabitants health living closely to asbestos processing factory as well.