Citations 3
Beyond the Dermatome: Varicella-Zoster Virus Hits the Brain and Heart
Monsanto, Michael Acevedo , Decosma, Lorvens , Lopez, Camily Morales, Coutinho, Maria Vitoria , Chirilă, Răzvan M.
Annals of Internal Medicine: Clinical Cases | July 7, 2026 | Volume: 5 | Issue: 7 | Pages: No page available
Paraneoplastic Hypercalcemia and Other Electrolyte Abnormalities in Localized Ameloblastoma
Decosma, Lorvens , Phillips, Michael B.
Annals of Internal Medicine: Clinical Cases | September 2, 2025 | Volume: 4 | Issue: 9 | Pages: No page available
Hiding in the Folds: Case Report Highlighting the Role of Imaging in Detecting Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans
Aurubin, Carlie A. , Decosma, Lorvens , Sokumbi, Olayemi , Garrett, Aneesah, Prier, Cara C , Garrett, Aneesah P , Sokumbi, Olayemi
Journal of Primary Care & Community Health | February 14, 2025 | Volume: 16 | Issue: No issue available | Pages: No page available
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare slow-growing skin cancer with a great capacity for local destruction. DFSP can manifest in a myriad of ways. This case report aims to contribute to the literature by increasing awareness of this condition, along with common diagnostic practices and treatment regimens. We present a 52-year-old Filipino woman who was evaluated for dyspnea with an incidental finding of an indeterminate nodule on imaging. A comprehensive diagnostic workup confirmed dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP), which was ultimately treated with surgical resection. Clinically, about 52% of patients are misdiagnosed, leading to poor outcomes. Therefore, awareness, early detection, multidisciplinary treatment, and lifelong screening are essential for optimal outcomes.