Pediatric basal cell carcinoma burden and management preferences in Gorlin syndrome: A survey study
Neale, Holly ; Breneiser, Julie A. ; Hawryluk, Elena B.
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Gorlin syndrome (GS) is a risk factor for early basal cell carcinomas (BCCs), although its prevalence of fewer than 1 in 30,000 individuals limits existing literature. There are sparse pediatric GS studies beyond case reports, creating a knowledge gap regarding childhood cutaneous findings and sequelae, including BCC age at onset, quantity, treatments, and impact. Herein, we describe a global survey to illustrate the clinical presentation, childhood perspectives, and BCC management trends for pediatric GS to improve the understanding and inform patient care.
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Neale H, Breneiser JA, Hawryluk EB. Pediatric basal cell carcinoma burden and management preferences in Gorlin syndrome: A survey study. JAAD Int. 2021 Aug 17;5:49-51. doi: 10.1016/j.jdin.2021.07.003. PMID: 34816134; PMCID: PMC8593749.