Research has linked another cancer to asbestos, according to a report that found exposure can cause cancer of the voice box, or larynx, and possibly of the colon, stomach and upper throat.

The US Senate had asked the Institute of Medicine to look at the link between asbestos and cancers of several organs that are currently listed in stalled legislation to create a $US140 billion ($190 billion) asbestos injury compensation fund.

It was unclear whether the findings would compel members of the congress to further amend the bill to exclude some cancers that could not be definitively linked to the fibrous mineral.

The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to hold a hearing tomorrow to discuss a revised version of the legislation. (emphasis added)

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