Nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome: a review of the literature

Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2004 Mar;33(2):117-24. doi: 10.1054/ijom.2003.0435.

Abstract

The nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome (NBCCS) or Gorlin-Goltz Syndrome is an autosomal dominant disorder principally characterized by cutaneous basal cell carcinomas, multiple keratocysts, and skeletal anomalies. The present report reviews current knowledge of this disorder that has profound relevance to specialists in Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Radiology.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome* / genetics
  • Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome* / pathology
  • Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome* / surgery
  • Chromosomes, Human, Pair 9
  • Craniofacial Abnormalities / genetics
  • Craniofacial Abnormalities / pathology
  • Genes, Dominant
  • Genetic Counseling
  • Humans
  • Skin Neoplasms / genetics
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology
  • Skin Neoplasms / surgery