Cutaneous Kaposi sarcoma and its mimics

Kaposi sarcoma (KS) is a human herpes virus-8 (HHV8) – associated vasoformative lesion affecting the skin, mucosae, and viscera. Conventional cutaneous KS manifests with patch, plaque, or nodular lesions, with each subtype exhibiting distinctive histomorphology. Recent decades, however, have revealed a broader histological spectrum of KS in the skin . Recognition of the wide range of microscopic variants of KS and their individual mimics is essential for correct diagnosis. This is enhanced by careful clinico-pathological correlation and the utilisation of appropriate ancillary investigations.

Source: Diagnostic Histopathology - November 9, 2021 Category: Pathology Authors: Reubina Wadee, Wayne Grayson Tags: Mini-Symposium: Cutaneous soft tissue tumours Source Type: research