Is hypoaeration a process that takes place in patients diagnosed with Mesothelioma?

Hypoaeration refers to reduced air movement in the lungs and can occur in patients with mesothelioma due to the accumulation of pleural effusion or lung tissue involvement, which can impair respiratory function. As mesothelioma affects the pleura, it can lead to pleural thickening, fluid buildup, and ultimately restrict lung expansion, contributing to hypoaeration. Thus, while not a direct consequence of mesothelioma itself, hypoaeration can be a secondary effect in these patients.