Kaposi sarcoma
Kaposi sarcoma (in AIDS): Important points to remember about Kaposi Sarcoma Kaposi's sarcoma is a type of cancer that forms in the lining of blood and lymph vessels. Kaposi's sarcoma or oral cavity Kaposi's sarcoma of the skin Clinical Features It is the most common malignancy in AIDS. It is associated with the infection with a virus called the Kaposi sarcoma associated herpesvirus (KSHV), also known as human herpesvirus 8 (HHV8). The commonly affected sites are palate, gingiva, tongue, and oropharynx or the skin of the face and feet. It is seen early in the course of the disease. It can sometimes be confused with Bacillary angiomatosis. There is a specific histologic stain for Kaposi sarcoma known as Warthin-Starry stain. With the use of HAART, incidence of KS is decreasing and soon NHL may become the most common malignancy associated with AIDS.