Table 3.
Histological subtypes of 169 mesotheliomas induced by asbestos fibers and glass fibers in rats (from [[59]])
| Mesothelioma* | Asbestos | Glass |
|---|---|---|
| Fusiform |
|
|
| Fibrogenic |
105 |
9 |
| Osteogenic |
12 |
2 |
| Giant cells |
9 |
0 |
| Pleiomorph |
|
|
| Medullar |
23 |
1 |
| Tubulopapillar |
8 |
0 |
| Total | 157 | 12 |
*Mesothelioma classification was later modified. Fusiform morphology corresponds to sarcomatoid subtype, and fibrogenic differentiation likely corresponds to desmoplastic subtype.