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Polypoid dermatofibroma with a slim pedicle: a case report.
Dermatology Online Journal
|April 10, 2012
Summary
Polypoid dermatofibroma, a rare variant of a common benign skin tumor, can present with unusual shapes. This case highlights a unique round, flat morphology with a slim pedicle, despite typical histopathology.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Dermatofibroma, also known as cutaneous fibrous histiocytoma or sclerosing hemangioma, is a common benign skin tumor.
- Polypoid dermatofibroma represents an uncommon and underrecognized subtype.
Observation:
- This report details a unique case of polypoid dermatofibroma.
- The lesion exhibited a distinctive round, flat shape attached by a slender pedicle.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination revealed features consistent with ordinary dermatofibroma.
- The unusual external appearance contrasted with the typical microscopic findings.
Implications:
- This case expands the known morphological spectrum of polypoid dermatofibroma.
- Recognizing this variant is crucial for accurate clinical and pathological diagnosis.
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