KSHV Inflammatory Cytokine Syndrome

**Semantic type:** Disease or Syndrome

**Definition:** A syndrome caused by Kaposi sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) infection. It manifests with fever, weight loss, and fluid retention in the legs or abdomen. Patients are at risk of developing KSHV-related cancers including Kaposi sarcoma and lymphoma.

**Synonyms:** - KICS - Kaposi-sarcoma Associated Herpesvirus (KSHV) Inflammatory Cytokine Syndrome