Sonography of dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of the groin.

J Clin Ultrasound

Federal Hospital of Klagenfurt, Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, A-9020 Klagenfurt, St Veiter Strasse 47, Austria.

Published: October 2008

Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is an uncommon tumor that arises from the dermis of adults. Its malignant potential is considered to be intermediate. Because the diagnosis of DFSP can frequently be suspected on the basis of physical examination reports on its sonographic appearance are rare. We report a case that highlights the value of sonography in assessing the subcutaneous extent of DFSP.

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