Abstract
Gorlin syndrome is an autosomal dominantly inherited disorder that results in numerous basal cell carcinomas as well as a number of other facial and skeletal findings. We present a patient with many classic features and review some of the treatment options available for these patients.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome / diagnosis
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Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome / genetics*
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Cerebellar Neoplasms / genetics
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Cranial Irradiation
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Head and Neck Neoplasms / genetics*
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Humans
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Male
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Mandibular Neoplasms / genetics
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Maxillary Neoplasms / genetics
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Maxillary Sinus Neoplasms / genetics
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Medulloblastoma / genetics
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Medulloblastoma / radiotherapy
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Neoplasms, Multiple Primary / genetics
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Odontogenic Cyst, Calcifying / genetics
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Patched Receptors
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Receptors, Cell Surface / genetics
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Scalp*
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Skin Neoplasms / genetics*
Substances
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Patched Receptors
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Receptors, Cell Surface