Kaposi sarcoma in unusual locations

Kaposi sarcoma (KS) is a multifocal, vascular lesion of low-grade malignant potential that presents most frequently in mucocutaneous sites. KS also commonly involves lymph nodes and visceral organs. This article deals with the manifestation of KS in unusual anatomic regions. Unusual locations of KS...

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Published inBMC cancer Vol. 8; no. 1; p. 190
Main Authors Pantanowitz, Liron, Dezube, Bruce J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England BioMed Central Ltd 07.07.2008
BioMed Central
BMC
Subjects
Development and progression
Humans
Kaposi's sarcoma
Review
Sarcoma, Kaposi - pathology
United States
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Summary:Kaposi sarcoma (KS) is a multifocal, vascular lesion of low-grade malignant potential that presents most frequently in mucocutaneous sites. KS also commonly involves lymph nodes and visceral organs. This article deals with the manifestation of KS in unusual anatomic regions. Unusual locations of KS involvement include the musculoskeletal system, central and peripheral nervous system, larynx, eye, major salivary glands, endocrine organs, heart, thoracic duct, urinary system and breast. The development of KS within wounds and blood clots is also presented. KS in these atypical sites may prove difficult to diagnose, resulting in patient mismanagement. Theories to explain the rarity and development of KS in these unusual sites are discussed.
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ISSN:1471-2407
1471-2407
DOI:10.1186/1471-2407-8-190