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Classic Kaposi Sarcoma: A Comprehensive Case Report on Multisite Involvements and Therapeutic Strategies.
Leo Wan1, Audrey Yan1, Casey O'Doherty1
1Medicine, West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, USA.
Cureus
|February 19, 2024
Summary
Classic Kaposi sarcoma (CKS) affects elderly men, often presenting on the lower extremities. This case study details the diagnosis and varied treatment approaches for CKS lesions in different body areas.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Classic Kaposi sarcoma (CKS) is a rare vascular tumor predominantly affecting elderly, immunocompetent men of Mediterranean and Ashkenazi descent.
- CKS typically manifests as cutaneous lesions, frequently on the lower extremities, and requires tailored treatment based on presentation.
- Management strategies for CKS encompass radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, cryosurgery, and immunotherapy.
Keywords:
classic kaposi sarcomaclinical dermatologyhhv-8kaposi sarcoma hiv negativekaposi sarcoma treatment
