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Cutaneous lesions involving B-cell LBL (B-LBL) are extremely rare and here we present a patient with a worsening B-LBL scalp mass who required radical surgical excision.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Case report<\/jats:title><jats:p>A 6-year-old female patient with a history of a nontender scalp mass discovered at approximately 2-3 years of age was evaluated for resection of the nodule due to its size and treatment history. The patient was originally diagnosed with follicular lymphoma by punch biopsy; excision was successfully performed on this 4\u00a0cm lesion and upon examination of the skin biopsy did we get a diagnosis of B-LBL. Reconstruction of the scalp was done through the rotation flap method. The patient\u2019s scalp healed well, and adjuvant chemotherapy was continued. There has been no reoccurrence.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Here we report the rarity of B-LBL cases involving extranodal involvement in the scalp. The most common reconstruction of scalp lesions has been using free flap from the anterolateral thigh (ALT) and latissimus dorsi (LD). Our case used the rotation flap, which has its functional and cosmetic benefits. The importance of monitoring this patient is emphasized due to the dangerous consequences of B-LBL relapse. 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