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[Cutaneous Kaposi sarcoma in chronic lymphatic leukemia]
Deutsche Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|October 18, 1985
Summary
A 67-year-old male presented with classical Kaposi sarcoma. Further investigation revealed an underlying, previously undiagnosed chronic lymphatic B-cell leukemia, identified through bone marrow biopsy and immunocytology.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Hematology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Classical Kaposi sarcoma typically affects elderly males.
- Kaposi sarcoma presents as a cutaneous tumor.
- Leukocytosis can indicate underlying hematological conditions.