[Kaposi's sarcoma associated with HIV in otorhinolaryngology: report of 21 cases]

Lin Chuang Er Bi Yan Hou Ke Za Zhi. 1997 Feb;11(2):64-5.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Twenty one cases of kaposi's sarcoma (KS) with manifestation in the field of otolaryngology are reported. The incidence of KS is increasing following epidemic of AIDS all over the world. Epistaxis, nasal obstruction, sore-throat, dry of foreign body filling in throat and nodal mass are most frequent manifestation. The relationship of KS with HIV, it's pathology and diagnosis are discussed.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Child
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Ear Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Ear Neoplasms / virology
  • Ear, External
  • Female
  • HIV Seropositivity / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nasal Cavity
  • Nose Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Nose Neoplasms / virology
  • Pharyngeal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Pharyngeal Neoplasms / virology
  • Sarcoma, Kaposi / diagnosis*
  • Sarcoma, Kaposi / virology