DDCCMT
Low-power examination shows a dermal-based clear cell tumor with a nonencapsulated lateral border . (Courtesy A. Lazar, MD, PhD.)
TERMINOLOGY
Abbreviations
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Distinctive dermal clear cell mesenchymal tumor (DDCCMT)
Synonyms
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Distinctive dermal clear cell mesenchymal neoplasm
Definitions
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Rare, dermal-based clear cell tumor of unclear derivation
ETIOLOGY/PATHOGENESIS
Unknown
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Very rare tumors of unknown etiology
CLINICAL ISSUES
Epidemiology
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Incidence
Extremely rare
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Age
Reported in adults over age 35
Site
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Most cases have occurred on lower extremities