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VOL. 8, ISSUE 2 (2026)
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans: A rare mesenchymal soft tissue sarcoma of skin
Authors
Dr. Arshiya Sultana Khanum, Dr. Pooja C
Abstract

Background: Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans is soft tissue sarcomas of skin seen less commonly

Case History: A 49-year-old male patient came with the complaints of blackish purple swelling over right side of trunk for 2 years

Intra Operatively: A swelling measuring around 2.5x 2 cm noted over right side of trunk 1 cm deep extending till subcutaneous plane

Discussion: Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans is an uncommon slowly progressive soft tissue sarcoma involving dermis, in relation with COL1A1 gene with very rare metastatic features

Treatment usually requires wide local excision.

Conclusion: Wide local excision of the tumor is treatment of choice for Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans.
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How to cite this article:
Dr. Arshiya Sultana Khanum, Dr. Pooja C "Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans: A rare<i> </i>mesenchymal soft tissue sarcoma of skin". International Journal of Surgery Research, Vol 8, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 1-4
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