Treatment modalities for intraoral Kaposi's sarcoma: report of case.
Intraoral Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) is a lesion seen commonly in patients with AIDS. These lesions can interfere with both speech and mastication. The dental team should be aware of the various treatment modalities for KS and the complications associated with these treatments. One of the treatment modalities reviewed here can be safely administered in a dental office.
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Saint Joseph Hospital, Denver 80218-1191.
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D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000150:complications; D000328:Adult; D003730:Dental Care for Persons with Disabilities; D006801:Humans; D015552:Injections, Intralesional; D008297:Male; D010157:Palatal Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology; D012514:Sarcoma, Kaposi / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology; D014747:Vinblastine / Q000008:administration & dosage*
D014747:Vinblastine