Lung cancer and mesothelioma Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 65-years-old man comes to the clinic due to the gradual onset of chest pain, dyspnea, and night sweats for the past 2 months. He also reports a nagging non-productive cough for which he tried over the counter cough syrup with no relief. He does not drink alcohol but has smoked a pack of cigarettes daily for the past 40 years. Temperature is 37.0 °C (98.6 °F), pulse is 80/min, respirations are 20/min, and blood pressure is 135/85 mmHg. On physical examination, decreased air movement and unilateral dullness to percussion at the lung base are noted on the left side. Computed tomography is obtained and reveals pleural plaques and thickening, as shown below:  


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This patient’s condition is most likely associated with which of the following occupational exposures?  

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