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    Glossary Kaposi's Sarcoma

    cancer caused by HHV-8, often in immunocompromised individuals

    Kaposi's Sarcoma (KS) is a type of cancer that forms in the lining of blood and lymph vessels, often appearing as tumors on the skin, but it can also affect internal organs. It is commonly associated with weakened immune systems, such as in individuals with HIV/AIDS, and is caused by infection with the human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8).

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    1. Immunohistochemical analysis of procathepsin L and cathepsin B in cutaneous Kaposi's sarcoma International Journal of Dermatology · 1997 · 6 citations
    2. Cutaneous manifestations of HIV infection other than Kaposi's sarcoma: Clinical and histologic aspects Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 1990 · 54 citations
    3. 9-cis-Retinoic Acid Capsules in the Treatment of AIDS-Related Kaposi Sarcoma Archives of dermatology · 2003 · 52 citations
    4. The impact of human immunodeficiency virus-related diseases on pigmented skin types British Journal of Dermatology · 2013 · 7 citations
    5. Perspectives on Dermatopathology Archives of Dermatology · 1976 · 1 citations
    6. Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin: Metamorphosis of an Old Drug into a New Form of Chemotherapy Cancer investigation · 2001 · 522 citations
    7. Dermatoscopy: Alternative uses in daily clinical practice 2011 · 157 citations
    8. Cutaneous Manifestations of the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Update 1987 International Journal of Dermatology · 1987 · 76 citations
    9. INTERFERONS IN DERMATOLOGY Dermatologic Clinics · 1998 · 22 citations
    10. Dermatologie care behind bars Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 1988 · 21 citations
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