Named after:Moritz Kaposi

A Hungarian dermatoligist.

A rare form of cancer affecting blood vessels, presenting as purple, red or brown lesions on the skin and mucous membranes. Commonly associated with HIV/AIDS. Identifying Kaposi's Sarcoma can help in diagnosing underlaying immune deficiencies.

Named After:Karl Langer, an Austrian Anatomist

Natural tension lines in the skin that indicate the direction of underlying collagen fibers. These lines are crucial for surgeons to minimize scarring and optimize healing when making incisions.