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Acrally occurring dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans in children and adults
L G Rabinowitz1, M E Luchetti, A D Segura
1Department of Dermatology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee 53226.
The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
|October 1, 1994
Summary
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is rare in children, especially on extremities. This study highlights childhood DFSP, noting acral sites are common and Mohs surgery is the preferred treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Dermatopathology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare skin cancer.
- DFSP is exceptionally uncommon in children and unusual on the hands and feet.