Treatment of Kaposi sarcoma with vinblastine

Abstract

Five cases of Kaposi sarcoma with vinblastine sulfate treatment were compared with 18 cases reported in the literature. Our experience with a low-dosage schedule emphasizes that toxicity is not necessary for a favorable result. Vinblastine seems to be an effective treatment for Kaposi sarcoma and, in selected cases, may supplement radiation therapy or be used alone.

Topical Treatment of Kaposi’s Sarcoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma and Solar Keratosis with Ointment of BCG and Cord Factor

“…Both these modalities affect to some degree the immunological defences of the patient and produce unwanted and unpleasant side-effects, particularly with immunosuppressive drugs which may be even lethal [5]. In the cases described in this report, the local and systemic reactions were mild, to such a degree that the patients could have been treated in the outpatient clinic.…”