Basal cell nevus syndrome: guidelines for early detection.

Authors

George J Bitar
Charles K K. Herman MD, Lehigh Valley Health NetworkFollow
Mohammed I Dahman
Martin A Hoard

Publication/Presentation Date

6-15-2002

Abstract

Basal cell nevus syndrome is an autosomal dominant condition with complete penetrance and variable expressivity. It is characterized by five major components, including multiple nevoid basal cell carcinomas, jaw cysts, congenital skeletal abnormalities, ectopic calcifications, and plantar or palmar pits. Other features include a host of benign tumors, ocular defects, and cleft lip and palate. Guidelines for diagnosis include a family history, careful oral and skin examinations, chest and skull radiographs, panoramic radiographs of the jaw, magnetic resonance imaging of the brain, and pelvic ultrasonography in women.

Volume

65

Issue

12

First Page

2501

Last Page

2504

ISSN

0002-838X

Published In/Presented At

Bitar, G. J., Herman, C. K., Dahman, M. I., & Hoard, M. A. (2002). Basal cell nevus syndrome: guidelines for early detection. American family physician, 65(12), 2501–2504.

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

PubMedID

12086239

Department(s)

Department of Surgery

Document Type

Article