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(C46.7) Kaposi sarcoma of other sites
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19 407 in individuals diagnosis kaposi sarcoma of other sites confirmed
8 015 deaths with diagnosis kaposi sarcoma of other sites
41% mortality rate associated with the disease kaposi sarcoma of other sites
Diagnosis kaposi sarcoma of other sites is diagnosed Men are 14.77% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis kaposi sarcoma of other sites
5 221 (46.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis kaposi sarcoma of other sites
2 794 (33.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease kaposi sarcoma of other sites - Men and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 35-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-34Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 25-34, 40-44, 90-94
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 35-39, 45-89, 95+
Disease Features kaposi sarcoma of other sites
Absence or low individual and public risk
Kaposi sarcoma of other sites - what does this mean
Kaposi sarcoma of other sites is a rare type of cancer that can affect organs and tissues other than the skin. it is caused by the human herpesvirus 8 and is characterized by the growth of red or purple lesions on the affected area. it is more common in people with weakened immune systems, such as those with hiv or aids.
What happens during the disease - kaposi sarcoma of other sites
Kaposi sarcoma of other sites is a rare type of cancer caused by infection with human herpes virus 8 (hhv8). the virus enters the body through contact with an infected person, such as through sexual contact, and infects the cells of the immune system. this causes the cells to become abnormal and divide uncontrollably, leading to the formation of a tumor.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Kaposi sarcoma of other sites - Prevention
Kaposi sarcoma of other sites can be prevented by avoiding exposure to human herpesvirus 8 (hhv-8) and by practicing safe sex. vaccines are also available to protect against hhv-8. additionally, avoiding exposure to other risk factors, such as immunosuppression and ultraviolet radiation, can help reduce the risk of developing kaposi sarcoma of other sites.