Desmoplastic fibroblastoma: A case series

Authors

Shuja Abbas MBS, DPM, Department of Podiatric Surgery at Advocate Illinois Masonic & Swedish Hospital, IL, USA
Breana Marine DPM, Yale New Haven Health/Bridgeport Hospital
Naomi Choi DPM, MBA, Yale New Haven Health/Bridgeport Hospital
Ian Richter DPM, AACFAS, Family Foot Care and Surgery, CT, USA
Arnold J. Zuckman DPM, FABAFAS, e Associate Residency Director of Podiatric Surgery at Yale New Haven Health, CT, USA

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Foot & Ankle Surgery: Techniques, Reports & Cases

Abstract

Desmoplastic fibroeblastoma is a rare, benign, slow-growing soft-tissue tumor that is typically found in subcutaneous or intramuscular tissue and can arise from various anatomical locations. The foot is a relatively uncommon site for this tumor. Due to its slow-growing nature and uncommon occurrence, it can be mistaken for other more common soft-tissue lesions. This article presents an atypical presentation of this neoplasm in the foot, aiming to raise awareness among pathologists and surgeons. Due to its rarity in podiatric practice, preconceived notions about its occurrence in this region are often absent. This case series emphasizes the need for comprehensive consideration in diagnosing and treating this neoplasm, thereby improving differential diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient outcomes.

DOI

10.1016/j.fastrc.2025.100473

Publication Date

Spring 2025

Recommended Citation

Abbas, Shuja MBS, DPM; Marine, Breana DPM; Choi, Naomi DPM, MBA; Richter, Ian DPM, AACFAS; and Zuckman, Arnold J. DPM, FABAFAS, "Desmoplastic fibroblastoma: A case series" (2025). Podiatry. 2.
https://scholar.bridgeporthospital.org/podiatry/2