palmar pit
(PAL-mer ...)
A small
depression in the skin on the palm of the hand. Depressions
may also be seen on the sole of the foot (plantar pits).
They are usually pink or flesh-colored and range from 2 to
3 mm in diameter and 1 to 3 mm in depth. Palmar pits are
often more visible after a brief soaking of the hands or
feet. This condition is associated with basal cell nevus
syndrome, which is a hereditary syndrome associated with
the development of basal cell carcinoma.
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- Definition of: basal cell nevus syndrome
Enlarge this image in new windowPalmar pits are small depressions in the skin on the palm of the hand that may be seen in individuals with basal cell nevus syndrome, a hereditary syndrome associated with the development of basal cell carcinoma. Depressions may also be seen on the sole of the foot (plantar pits, not shown).