Basal cell nevus syndrome

Injury	Disease	Nutrition	Poison

Symptoms	Surgery	Test	Special Topic

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Basal cell nevus syndrome

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Basal cell nevus syndrome

Alternative Names:

Nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome; Gorlin's syndrome
Treatment:

This condition requires evaluation and treatment by several specialists, depending on the affected systems. For example, a cancer specialist (oncologist) may treat tumors, and an orthopedic surgeon may be needed to help treat bone abnormalities.

Expectations (prognosis):

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Frequent follow-up with a variety of doctors is vital to achieving a good outcome.

Complications:

Skin destruction from skin cancers
Blindness
Deafness
Brain tumor
Spontaneous fractures

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or any family members have basal cell nevus syndrome, and you are planning to have a child.

Call your provider if you have a child who has symptoms suggestive of this condition.