Cutaneous angiosarcoma - a rare case report in Indian female!

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Dermatology
• Vascular Tumors

Background:

• Cutaneous angiosarcoma is a rare vascular neoplasm, predominantly affecting elderly males.
• Diagnosis can be challenging due to varied clinical presentations.
• Limited data exists on this rare tumor within the Indian subcontinent.

Observation:

• An elderly female presented with a scalp lesion and parotid swelling.
• The widespread nature of the tumor presented diagnostic difficulties.
• Biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of cutaneous angiosarcoma.

Findings:

• This case highlights the occurrence of cutaneous angiosarcoma in a dark-skinned female, a demographic rarely reported.
• The extensive presentation of the tumor complicated initial diagnosis.
• The case contributes to the limited literature on angiosarcoma in the Indian subcontinent.

Implications:

• Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for cutaneous angiosarcoma, even in atypical patient demographics.
• Prompt diagnosis is essential for managing this aggressive vascular tumor.
• Further case reports are needed to understand the epidemiology and presentation of angiosarcoma in diverse populations.