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Kaposi's sarcoma
rareA malignant neoplasm characterized by a vascular proliferation which usually contains blunt endothelial cells. Erythrocyte extravasation and hemosiderin deposition are frequently present. The most frequent site of involvement is the skin; however it may also occur internally. It generally develops in people with compromised immune systems including those with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).
- Identifiers
- MONDO:0005055 Orphanet:33276
- Also known as
- HHV8 · human herpesvirus 8 · Kaposi sarcoma · Kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus · Kaposi's sarcoma (disease)
Subtypes
Rare disease
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