Dermatoscopy: Pattern analysis of pigmented and non-pigmented lesions
Dermatoscopy: Pattern analysis of pigmented and non-pigmented lesions
Dermatoscopy has undoubtedly advanced diagnostic accuracy of pigmented and non-pigmented skin lesions. Pattern analysis is the most powerful of current methods for dermatoscopic diagnosis, but it does present significant challenges to the learning dermatoscopist.
Authors: Cliff Rosendahl, Alan Cameron, and Harald Kittler
ABSTRACT
Dermatoscopy has undoubtedly advanced the diagnostic accuracy of pigmented and non-pigmented skin lesions. Pattern analysis is the most powerful of current methods for dermatoscopic diagnosis, but it does present significant challenges to the learning dermatoscopist
We present here an algorithmic method, derived from pattern analysis, based on logical analysis of simply defined geometric features. We consider this presents fewer barriers to the beginner, but retains sufficient power for the most experienced user. Most importantly, it provides a better framework for elevating experience beyond mere anecdotes, allowing the experience to lead to true expertise.
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Keywords
dermatoscopy, dermoscopy, non-pigmented, skin cancer, algorithm, white circles, keratin, vessels