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GlossaryGorlin Syndrome (NBCCS)

genetic disorder causing multiple skin cancers and jaw cysts

Gorlin Syndrome, also known as Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma Syndrome (NBCCS), is a genetic disorder characterized by the development of multiple basal cell carcinomas (a type of skin cancer), jaw cysts, and skeletal abnormalities. It is caused by mutations in the PTCH1 gene, which plays a role in cell growth and development. This syndrome can also lead to other health issues, such as developmental delays and an increased risk of other types of tumors.

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research A Review of Hedgehog Inhibitors Sonidegib and Vismodegib for Treatment of Advanced Basal Cell Carcinoma

25 citations, January 2021 in “Journal of drugs in dermatology”

Sonidegib and vismodegib are similarly effective for advanced basal cell carcinoma, but sonidegib might have a slightly better safety profile.

Nevoid Basal Carcinoma Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome) and Pronounced Androgenic Alopecia in a Woman with a Novel Mutation p.Leu1159fsx32 in the PTCH Gene

research Nevoid Basal Carcinoma Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome) and Pronounced Androgenic Alopecia in a Woman with a Novel Mutation p.Leu1159fsx32 in the PTCH Gene

1 citations, September 2011 in “Journal of Dermatology”

A woman with a new PTCH gene mutation has both Gorlin syndrome and severe hair loss.

research No Improvement in Male-Pattern Hair Loss Using Laser Hair-Comb Therapy: A 6-Month, Half-Head, Assessor-Blinded Investigation in Two Men

13 citations, October 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Laser hair-comb therapy doesn't improve male-pattern hair loss.

research Odontogenic Keratocysts Arise from Quiescent Epithelial Rests and Are Associated with Deregulated Hedgehog Signaling in Mice and Humans

35 citations, September 2006 in “American Journal Of Pathology”

Odontogenic keratocysts are caused by abnormal Hedgehog signaling and can lead to tooth and bone issues.

Trajectory of Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells Derived Neural Progenitor Cells Differentiation into Dermal Papilla-Like Cells and Their Characteristics

research Trajectory of Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells Derived Neural Progenitor Cells Differentiation into Dermal Papilla-Like Cells and Their Characteristics

August 2023 in “Scientific reports”

Human stem cells were turned into cells similar to those that help grow hair and showed potential for hair follicle formation.

research Tumor Regression Predicts Higher Risk of Sentinel Node Involvement in Thin Cutaneous Melanomas

68 citations, September 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.

research Scientific Opinion on the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Selenium

30 citations, January 2023 in “EFSA journal”

Adults should not consume more than 255 micrograms of selenium per day to avoid risk of hair loss and other side effects.

research In Vitro and Clinical Evaluation of Umbilical Cord-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cell-Conditioned Media for Hair Regeneration

2 citations, March 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Umbilical cord-derived media is safe and effective for hair growth.

research Neural Crest Cells Give Rise to Non-Myogenic Mesenchymal Tissue in the Adult Murid Ear Pinna

1 citations, August 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

Certain cells in the adult mouse ear come from cranial neural crest cells, but muscle and hair cells do not.

Fabrication and In Vitro Evaluation of Silk Fibroin-Folic Acid Decorated Paclitaxel and Hydroxyurea Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for Targeting Ovarian Cancer Cells: A Double Sword Approach

research Fabrication and In Vitro Evaluation of Silk Fibroin-Folic Acid Decorated Paclitaxel and Hydroxyurea Nanostructured Lipid Carriers for Targeting Ovarian Cancer Cells: A Double Sword Approach

3 citations, February 2023 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology”

The new drug carriers show promise for better targeting and treating ovarian cancer.