Malignant Tumors of Blood Vessels Flashcards
1
Q
Biopsy below shows malignant spindly cells lining vague channels. The inset is stained for CD31. What is the Dx?
A
Angiosarcoma
2
Q
A patient presents with purple/brown cutaneous nodules on his hands and feet. The patient has a history of AIDS. What is the likely Dx? Describe the pathogenesis.
A
Kaposi Sarcoma; Immunosuppressed patients with HHV 8 (KSHV) causes the cancer to form in endothelial cells.
