Classic Kaposi Sarcoma in an Immunocompetent Male From Haiti: An Unusual Epidemiological Presentation. uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Kaposi sarcoma (KS) is an angioproliferative disorder caused by human herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8) infection. KS manifests as vascular and mucosal nodules and is classified into four subtypes based on epidemiology, clinical presentation, histopathology, and HHV-8/human immunodeficiency virus serology. Here, we present a unique case of classic KS in an 84-year-old immunocompetent Haitian male patient, highlighting the rarity of this variant in this population. Additionally, our article delves into the broader context by reviewing a few documented cases of classic KS in the Caribbean region.

publication date

  • July 14, 2024

Identity

PubMed Central ID

  • PMC11320912

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.7759/cureus.64518

PubMed ID

  • 39139306

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 16

issue

  • 7