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Sonographic findings of dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans with pathologic correlation
Yu Ri Shin1, Jee Young Kim, Mi Sook Sung
1Department of Radiology, St Vincent's Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Suwon, Korea.
Summary
Sonography can help diagnose dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DP). Specific echogenicity and margin features on ultrasound correlate with pathologic findings, aiding in early DP detection.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Dermatology
- Oncology
Background:
- Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DP) is a rare, locally aggressive skin tumor.
- Accurate sonographic characterization is crucial for diagnosis and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe sonographic features of DP.
- To correlate sonographic findings with histopathologic characteristics.
Main Methods:
- Sonography and color Doppler evaluated 4 DP cases.
- Echogenicity, margin, and blood flow patterns were analyzed.
- Sonographic findings were correlated with pathologic specimens.
Main Results:
- DP lesions were subcutaneous, skin-abutting, and wide-based.
- Sonographic patterns included hypoechoic or mixed echogenicity with distinct margin characteristics.
- Color Doppler revealed varied blood flow patterns within tumors.
Conclusions:
- Sonographic findings of oval, subcutaneous masses with specific margins and echogenicity suggest DP.
- Correlation with pathology enhances diagnostic accuracy for this rare tumor.
