Giant Darier-Ferrand dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of the abdomen and pelvis: a case report

J Med Case Rep. 2021 Mar 15;15(1):120. doi: 10.1186/s13256-021-02687-8.

Abstract

Background: Darier-Ferrand dermatofibrosarcoma (DFS) is a rare malignant cutaneous neoplasm characterized by local aggressiveness, high risk of recurrence, and low metastatic potential.

Case presentation: A 60-year-old Tunisian man with recurrent abdominopelvic DFS for which he had undergone multiple excisions presented with an extensive DFS that invaded the external genitals. He underwent a large excision with emasculation and thin cutaneous graft of the abdominal wall and local skin flap in the pelvis.

Conclusion: DFS is a rare yet recurrent skin tumor. Wide excision with free margins remains the cornerstone of treatment. We report a case of a giant DFS treated with wide excision and reconstructive surgery to cover the defect.

Keywords: Darier–Ferrand dermatofibrosarcoma; Recurrent; Surgical resection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abdomen / diagnostic imaging
  • Abdomen / surgery
  • Dermatofibrosarcoma* / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local
  • Pelvis / diagnostic imaging
  • Pelvis / surgery
  • Skin Neoplasms* / surgery