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Angiosarcoma of the skin
Last reviewed: 07.07.2025
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[ Histopathology
There are usually no specific changes in the epidermis, there are signs of banal inflammation. In the dermis - vascular anastomosis with atypical cells. Spindle-shaped cells resemble cells that occur in Kaposi's sarcoma, or can simulate melanoma or sarcoma.
Symptoms of angiosarcoma of the skin
Angiosarcoma of the skin is often localized on the scalp and face, but can also occur in other areas of elderly males. Initially, the affected area appears as a bruise, chronic congestion or edema. Against this background, cellulitis, nodes and pyoderma are formed. Tumors grow eccentrically and extend beyond the boundaries of the lesion. The tumor is spherical in shape, as a result of the fusion of individual small tumors, a conglomerate of red-violet color is formed. Vessels are visible on the surface.
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Treatment of angiosarcoma of the skin
The tumor is removed surgically, and radiotherapy and chemotherapy are prescribed.
Prognosis for angiosarcoma of the skin
The prognosis is unfavorable if the tumor is located in the area of vital organs.