(B21.0) Hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

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18 133 in individuals diagnosis hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma confirmed

16 857 deaths with diagnosis hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

93% mortality rate associated with the disease hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma is diagnosed Men are 48.72% more likely than Women

13 484

Men receive the diagnosis hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

11 316 (83.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

4 649

Women receive the diagnosis hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

5 541 (119.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 30-34

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 25-69

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-24, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-29, 45-54, 60-74, 80-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24, 30-44, 55-59, 75-79

Disease Features hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

Absence or low individual and public risk

Hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma - what does this mean

Hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma is caused by infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (hiv), which weakens the immune system and allows the kaposi sarcoma virus to take hold. kaposi sarcoma can present as tumors on the skin, mouth, or other organs. it is more common in people with hiv and is one of the most common aids-defining illnesses.

What happens during the disease - hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma

Hiv infection is believed to be the primary cause of kaposi sarcoma (ks). hiv weakens the immune system, allowing the body to become more susceptible to the kaposi sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (kshv). kshv then infects the body, causing the growth of tumors in the skin, lymph nodes, and other organs. these tumors are composed of abnormal cells that can spread to other parts of the body, leading to further complications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination to check for lesions or other signs of Kaposi sarcoma
Laboratory tests to measure the levels of HIV virus in the blood
Imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRI scans to confirm the presence of tumors
Biopsy of the affected area to confirm the diagnosis
Blood tests to measure the level of white blood cells and other immune system markers
Additional tests to look for other infections, such as tuberculosis or other opportunistic infections

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: Treating HIV disease resulting in Kaposi sarcoma

Administering antiretroviral therapy (ART) to suppress HIV replication
Treating Kaposi sarcoma with chemotherapy or radiation therapy
Monitoring for HIV-related opportunistic infections
Providing emotional and psychological support
Monitoring for Kaposi sarcoma-related complications
Providing nutrition counseling
Referring to clinical trials for experimental treatments
Referring to support groups

28 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma - Prevention

The best way to prevent hiv disease resulting in kaposi sarcoma is to practice safe sex, to avoid sharing needles, and to get tested regularly for hiv. additionally, it is important to get vaccinated for the human papillomavirus (hpv) to reduce the risk of developing kaposi sarcoma.

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