15753 Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans treated with Mohs micrographic surgery

Background: Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a locally aggressive type of cutaneous sarcoma. Treatment has traditionally been wide local excision (WLE) with variable recurrence rates ranging from 0%-60%. Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) offers 2 advantages over conventional surgery: 1) a greater likelihood of cure; and 2) greater preservation of healthy tissue. Recurrence rates with this modality range from 0%-8.3%.