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Basal cell nevus syndrome

Alternative Names: Nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome; Gorlin's syndrome Prevention: Genetic counseling will be of value to prospective parents. If one parent is affected, the probability is 50% that the infant will be affected also. Text Continues Below Sun avoidance and sunscreen use are a must to decrease the appearance of new basal cell carcinomas.

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