Desmoplastic small round cell tumor: A case report in a young Filipino woman and review of literature
- Author:
Julienne Katrina Bulaon Beltran
1
;
Jean Anne B. Toral
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords: Desmoplastic; Round; Small; Tumor Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor
- MeSH: Human; Cells
- From: Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2025;49(4):249-257
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Desmoplastic small round cell tumor (DSRCT) is a rare and highly aggressive soft-tissue sarcoma that commonly presents late in the disease due to its nonspecific symptoms. Due to its rarity, there is still no standardized treatment regimen. A multimodal approach remains to be the cornerstone of treatment-complete cytoreductive surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Despite advances in treatment, use of targeted and immunotherapy, an improved survival rate remains to be elusive. This paper presents a case of DSRCT in a 21-year-old Filipino patient as well as a review of the related literature of reported DSRCT cases in females and the emerging therapies for the disease.
- Full text:202606301111385314pjog 49(4) CReport 4.pdf
