Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of the scalp - Case report
Journal
Tzu Chi Medical Journal
Journal Volume
14
Journal Issue
1
Pages
59-62
Date Issued
2002
Author(s)
Abstract
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare, slow-growing, locally invasive, easily recurring cutaneous tumor of intermediate malignancy. This type of tumor usually develops on the trunk or proximal extremities, but rarely on the head and neck regions. Metastasis is rare, with lung metastasis occurring most frequently. DFSP is often dismissed by both patients and physicians in the early stage. Conservative surgical management results in a high local recurrence rate. A case of recurrent DFSP of the occipital scalp is presented and a literature review is conducted to highlight the clinicopathological presentation and management of this tumor.
Subjects
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP); Fine needle aspiration of cytology (FNAC); Mohs micrographic surgery
SDGs
Other Subjects
adult; article; cancer recurrence; case report; clinical examination; clinical feature; computer assisted tomography; conservative treatment; dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans; disease course; female; histopathology; human; metastasis; recurrence risk; scalp tumor
Type
journal article