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Kaposi Sarcoma/Human Herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8)
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Kaposi sarcoma
Credits
Arthur Ammann, MD, Global Strategies for HIV Prevention
Description
Characteristic Kaposi lesion. This was found in a child with HIV infection. Kaposi is rarely observed in children and its occurrence has decreased significantly with the use of antiretroviral treatment.