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Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) in children: A combined multidisciplinary approach.
Aseel Sleiwah1, Cristina Psomadakis2, Emma Craythorne2
1Department of Plastic Surgery, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK.
Pediatric Dermatology
|November 11, 2020
Summary
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare, locally aggressive skin cancer. This study details a combined surgical approach using slow Mohs micrographic surgery for complex pediatric DFSP cases.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is an uncommon cutaneous malignancy, accounting for 1%-6% of all soft tissue sarcomas.
- DFSP typically presents in adults, with pediatric cases being exceptionally rare, affecting less than one per million individuals under 20.
- Characterized by its local aggressiveness and low metastatic potential, DFSP poses unique management challenges, especially in pediatric populations.

