A case Report on Kaposi’s sarcoma of the nasal cavity in association with AIDS

Abstract

Kaposi’s Sarcoma (KS) is a rare malignant tumor of blood vessel endothelial cells with a bleeding tendency. KS is relatively uncommon in the general population. However, its incidence significantly increases in people living with HIV. This article reports a rare case of nasal Kaposi’s Sarcoma. Understanding the clinical presentation of this disease and its association with HIV is crucial for ENT doctors, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of KS. A case of Kaposi’s sarcoma in the nasal cavity was reported. The patient had a history of AIDS and was being treated with highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). He presented with a 3-month history of progressive swelling on both sides of his nose. The pathology diagnosis was Kaposi’s sarcoma. The lesion lessened after 3 times of chemotherapy. Nasal Kaposi’s Sarcoma (KS) typically presents as purplish-red or purplish-black spots, patches, or lumps in the nasal cavity. Patients may experience local symptoms like nasal congestion, pain, or bleeding, and they may also exhibit systemic symptoms such as fever, fatigue, and weight loss. In patients without a history of immune suppression, consideration should be given to the possibility of HIV infection. Purely nasal KS often responds well to HAART treatment and may not require surgical excision.

Keywords

• Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)
• nasalneoplasms
• acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)