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Treatment of Classic Kaposi Sarcoma

Source: Kaposi Sarcoma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: May 17, 2023 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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For information about the treatments listed below, see the Treatment Option Overview section.

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Treatment for single skin lesions may include the following:

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Radiation therapy.

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Surgery.

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Treatment for skin lesions all over the body may include the following:

Radiation therapy.

Chemotherapy.

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Electrochemotherapy.

Treatment for Kaposi sarcoma that affects lymph nodes or the gastrointestinal tract usually includes chemotherapy with or without radiation therapy.

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Use our clinical trial search to find NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are accepting patients. You can search for trials based on the type of cancer, the age of the patient, and where the trials are being done. General information about clinical trials is also available.

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