Publications by authors named "W-F-P van-Heerden"
Braz Dent J
December 2019
Article Synopsis
- The study investigated how Langerhans cells (LC) and interstitial dendritic cells (IDC) are distributed in AIDS-related oral Kaposi's sarcoma versus HIV-negative oral lesions.
- Researchers analyzed 51 cases of AIDS-associated Kaposi's sarcoma and 20 cases of highly vascular oral lesions, confirming the presence of Kaposi's sarcoma through specific immunomarkers.
- Findings revealed that Kaposi's sarcoma had fewer immature LC (CD207+) but more mature IDC (CD83+) compared to the vascular lesions, indicating significant differences that may influence the development of Kaposi's sarcoma.
