Kaposi’s Sarcoma

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  • KS is a cancer of blood vessels.
  • Deferent types of Kaposi’s sarcoma have different geographical, age and sex distribution
  • It is eatiology is Human herpes virus-8 (HHV-8).
  • It is associated with immune deficiency especially AIDS and organ transplant.
  • It is main treatment is chemotherapy.

Description

(LEARNER OUTCOMES)

  • To describe KS.
  • To classify KS as classic ,endemic, epidemic and immune suppressive.
  • To appreciate that endemic KS is the common type in Sub Saharan Africa including Uganda.
  • To recognize that KS is common in AIDS and recipients of organ transplants.
  • To appreciate that KS is caused HHV-8.
  • To appreciate that the endemic KS is most aggressive.
  • To Appreciate that KS does not affect the CNS and PNS.
  • To recognize the symptoms and signs of each type.
  • To identify the many differentials.
  • To appreciate the role of bronchoscopy, endoscopy, colonoscopy and biopsy.
  • To recognize that chemotherapy is the treatment of choice.
  • To recognize the role of HAART and screening in prevention.

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