Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans A Rare Case Report

Dermatofibrosarcoma is a rare, slow-growing and fibrohistocytic neoplasm. It is locally aggressive tumor and potential for distant metastasis is low. It nature is intermediate to low-grade malignancy. It is commonly seen on the trunk followed by the proximal extremities and the head and neck . We came across one such case who presented with 40yrs of age with swelling over supra umbilical midline since 23yrs, gradually increased in size, not associated with pain. No other significant complaints were noted. Excision of tumor done under General Anesthesia. Histopathology section features are suggestive of Dermatofibrosarcoma of abdominal wall. Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans is a cutaneous malignancy that arises from the dermis and invades deeper tissue (eg, fat, fascia, muscle, bone) . Incomplete removal of these neoplastic cells results in a high local recurrence rate.