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Treatment of Epidemic 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 epidemic Kaposi sarcoma may include the following:
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HAART.
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Surgery, including local excision or electrodesiccation and curettage.
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Cryosurgery.
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Radiation therapy.
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Chemotherapy using one or more anticancer drugs.
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Immunotherapy using interferon alfa or interleukin-12.
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Targeted therapy using imatinib or bevacizumab.
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