Dermatofibrosarcoma

Definite diagnosis of dermatofibrosarcoma confined to the skin, without lymph node or distant metastasis.

The diagnosis of dermatofibrosarcoma must be supported by a histolopathological biopsy report and made by a specialist.

Exclusion

• No benefit will be payable under the definition of "dermatofibrosarcoma" if:

  Within the first 90 days following the later of, the effective date of this coverage, or the date of last reinstatement of this coverage, the insured person has any of the following:

  • signs, symptoms or investigations, that lead to a diagnosis of cancer (covered or excluded under this coverage), regardless of when the diagnosis is made; or
  • a diagnosis of cancer (covered or excluded under this coverage).

Obligation to inform the Company

Medical information about the diagnosis and any signs, symptoms or investigations leading to the diagnosis must be reported to the Company within 6 months of the date of the diagnosis.

If this information is not provided within this period, the Company has the right to deny any claim for cancer or any covered condition caused by any cancer or its treatment.

Slow-growing tumour of fibrous tissues in the skin. It often starts in the inner tissue layer of the skin (dermis) and grows down into deeper tissue. Although these tumours can grow into nearby tissue, they rarely spread to other parts of the body.