The disorders include Asbestosis Lung carcinoma Nonmalignant pleural plaque formation and thickening Benign asbestos pleural effusion (BAPE) Mesothelioma Asbestos-related plaques and fibrosis are the most common radiographic findings and account for > 90% of asbestos-related pleural findings. Asbestosis and mesothelioma both cause progressive dyspnea, as do extensive effusions and plaques.