Arch Dermatol
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A patient whose condition was initially misdiagnosed as Kaposi's sarcoma involving the left foot received radiation therapy for that disorder. Subsequent examination yielded a correct diagnosis of arteriovenous (AV) malformation. ⋯ The clinicopathologic distinctions between Kaposi's sarcoma and pseudo-Kaposi's lesions are discussed. All patients suspected of having Kaposi's sarcoma, especially those younger than 30 years of age, should have careful evaluation for an unsuspected AV malformation.