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.
Mary B., aged 25 years, a poor, semi-demented creature, was confined with an illegitimate female child, at full time, after a normal labor. Upon the left arm of the child, involving nearly the whole limb, was a peculiar deformity, which had for the most part the ap-
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