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Basal cell nevus syndrome

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Basal cell nevus syndrome
Basal cell nevus syndrome
Basal cell nevus syndrome - close-up of palm
Basal cell nevus syndrome - close-up of palm
Basal cell nevus syndrome - face
Basal cell nevus syndrome - face
Basal cell nevus syndrome - face and hand
Basal cell nevus syndrome - face and hand
Basal cell nevus syndrome - plantar pits
Basal cell nevus syndrome - plantar pits
Alternative Names

Nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome; Gorlin's syndrome


Prevention

Genetic counseling will be of value to prospective parents. If one parent is affected, the probability is 50% that the infant will be affected also.

Sun avoidance and sunscreen use are a must to decrease the appearance of new basal cell carcinomas.


Review Date: 07/27/2006
Reviewed By: Shlomit Halachmi, MD, PhD, Private Practice Specializing in Dermatology, Somerville, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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