The Importance of Clinical Features in Differentiating HIV Related from Non-HIV Related Kaposi's Sarcoma: Experience from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (original) (raw)

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This study analyzes the clinical features that differentiate HIV-related Kaposi's Sarcoma (Epidemic KS) from non-HIV-related Kaposi's Sarcoma (Endemic KS) among patients in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Conducted at the Muhimbili Medical Centre, the investigation involved evaluating 81 adult patients, where a significant majority (88.9%) were diagnosed with Epidemic KS, showcasing notable symptoms such as significant weight loss, prolonged fever, cough, and diarrhea. The results highlight critical differences in clinical presentation and immunological characteristics, suggesting that these factors should guide management strategies for KS in HIV endemic regions.

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