Here are 20 unexpected findings about Kaposi's Sarcoma (KS), based on recent research and case reports: Unusual Locations and Presentations KS can occur in extremely rare sites such as the thyroid gland, musculoskeletal system, central and peripheral nervous system, larynx, eye, and major salivary glands. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih Some patients present with KS lesions in the stomach, small intestine, liver, spleen, mesentery, and lungs, with no visible skin involvement. sciencedirect +1 There have been cases where KS was discovered at autopsy despite no prior clinical suspicion, indicating hidden disseminated disease. keio.elsevierpure +1 KS can manifest as pleural and pericardial effusions, ascites, and hyperechoic liver and spleen lesions, which can be detected by bedside ultrasound. emra New Subtypes and Populations A new subtype of KS has been described among men who have sex with men (MSM) without HIV infection. eatg KS can occur in individuals recently diagnosed with HIV, ...