A rare giant scalp dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans.

Abstract

BACKGROUND:

Giant dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) of the scalp is a rare case, which is an intermediate grade soft tissue neoplasm originating from the dermal layer of the skin, which usually occurs in adults.

CASE DESCRIPTION:

We describe such a case in a 26-year-old male. A wide local excision of the tumor with a generous tissue margin was performed; microscopic and immunohistochemical findings established the diagnosis of recurrent DFSP.

CONCLUSION:

Our case is unique in that it is presented as a dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of the scalp, which is an extremely rare clinical entity, and the patient remains well after 14 months with no further treatment, without any tumor recurrence.

• Authors: Muhammad Z Arifin, Farid Yudoyono, Rully H Dahlan, Bethy S Hernowo, Agung B Sutiono, Ahmad Faried
• Journal: Surgical neurology international (Surg Neurol Int) Vol. 5 Pg. 45 ( 2014) ISSN: 2229-5097 [Print] United States
• PMID: 24818052 (Publication Type: Case Reports)