Basal cell nevus syndrome is an inherited disorder characterized by
wide-set eyes, saddle nose, frontal bossing (prominent forehead),
prognathism (prominent chin), and skeletal abnormalities. Skin
manifestations include pits in the palms and soles, and numerous
basal cell carcinomas (skin cancers). This picture is a close-up of
the pits found on the sole of the foot of an individual with basal
cell nevus syndrome.
Review Date: 08/02/2009
Reviewed By: Michael Lehrer, MD, Department of Dermatology, University of
Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by
VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA,
Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
