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Kaposi's sarcoma in polar eskimos
Acta Dermato-Venereologica
|January 1, 1977
Summary
This study describes two cases of Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) in individuals of Eskimo descent. The findings suggest KS may be more prevalent globally than previously thought, even in Arctic populations.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) is an opportunistic cancer.
- Previous literature suggests KS is more prevalent in Africa.