Familial multiple lipomatosis.
The literature on familial multiple lipomatosis is reviewed, and a striking case is described. The associated family history is outlined. Excisional biopsy is advocated when there is doubt in terms of diagnosis, pain, or functional impairment.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006801:Humans; D008068:Lipomatosis / Q000235:genetics*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010375:Pedigree; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics*