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[Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of the breast]
Riadh Chargui1, Tarak Damak, Fethi Khomsi
1Service de chirurgie Carcinologique, Institut Salah Azaiz.
La Tunisie Medicale
|June 8, 2006
Summary
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, a rare skin tumor, can occur in the breast. Two cases highlight wide excision and dorsal flap reconstruction for this locally aggressive tumor.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare, slow-growing cutaneous mesenchymal tumor.
- DFSP typically presents on the trunk and extremities, characterized by local aggressiveness and frequent recurrence.
- Diagnosis is often delayed until after multiple recurrences, underscoring the need for early recognition.
Observation:
- This report details two rare instances of DFSP affecting the mammary glands.
- The patients were a 39-year-old and a 43-year-old female.
- Both lesions measured 35 x 45 mm and were surgically managed.
Findings:
- Both DFSP mammary tumors were treated with wide surgical excision.
- Reconstruction involved the use of a dorsal flap, successfully managing the tumor defect.
- Complete resection and reconstruction were achieved in both cases.
Implications:
- These cases expand the known clinical spectrum of dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans.
- They emphasize the importance of considering DFSP in mammary lesions, even if rare.
- Effective surgical management, including wide excision and flap reconstruction, is crucial for treating DFSP of the breast.
