Scrotal Kaposi Sarcoma in a HIV-Negative elderly Nigerian. A case report with a review of literature.

Abstract

Kaposi Sarcoma KS is a rare, borderline vascular tumour that affects the
mucocutanous surfaces, and lymph nodes and visceral organs occasionally. Various
forms have been described with a common association with Herpes Simplex virus 8
infection, although immunological, environmental and

Kaposi Sarcoma KS is a rare, borderline vascular tumor that affects the muco-cutanous surfaces, and lymph nodes and visceral organs occasionally. Various forms have been described with a common association with Herpes Simplex virus 8 infection, although immunological, environmental and genetic factors play significant role in its pathogenesis. Urogenital involvement is uncommon and isolated scrotal KS in HIV negative individuals is extremely rare. We therefore report the 5th of such case in English literature, involving a 65 year old Nigerian, with confirmed histological and immunohistochemistry diagnostic features. Patient underwent surgical excision of the lesion and is being considered for chemotherapy.

genetic factors play significant
role in its pathogenesis. Urogenital involvement is uncommon and isolated scrotal KS
in HIV negative individuals is extremely rare. We therefore report the 5th of such case
in English literature, involving a 65 year old Nigerian, with confirmed histological
and immunohistochemistry diagnostic features. Patient underwent surgical excision of
the lesion and is being considered for chemotherapy.