A 65-year-old male was recently diagnosed with cancer. He is retired from construction work. Which of the following cancers is he likely to develop secondary to occupational hazards?

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Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is commonly caused by exposure to asbestos. Since the patient was in construction work, he may have been exposed to asbestos, which increases his risk of developing mesothelioma. Bladder carcinoma may be caused by exposure to certain chemicals, but this is not as common in construction work. There is no strong association between prostate cancer or bone cancer and occupational hazards.

A 65-Year-Old Male Was Recently Diagnosed with Cancer