Digital Dermatoscopy

Digital dermoscopy is a key tool in the prevention and early diagnosis of melanoma. It uses imaging technology to record moles on the body and facilitate their objective monitoring over time.

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Dermoscopy is a non-invasive and innocuous technique in which, by means of a magnifying lens and a polarized incidental light, we can magnify skin lesions. It provides much more precise information than observation with the naked eye and is a valuable tool for dermatologists.

It allows us, through the analysis of a series of patterns, to lean towards a diagnosis of benignity or malignancy and is crucial in the diagnosis of pigmented lesions such as nevi, lentigos, or any type of skin discoloration.

The terms epiluminescence microscopy, dermoscopy, or dermatoscopy are synonymous.

Digital dermoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that consists of direct “in vivo” observation of pigmented lesions with a high-resolution color video camera adapted for dermoscopy and connected to a specialized computer system. This software allows the archiving and digitization of a large number of images facilitating direct comparison with maximum objectivity and accuracy in future visits. Additionally, it allows for creating body maps that help detect newly appearing moles and facilitate personalized monitoring. Digital dermoscopy is a great advance and has marked a turning point in the prevention and follow-up of melanoma skin cancer, increasing its sensitivity and reducing the practice of unnecessary biopsies and surgeries.

Digital dermatoscopy allows us to digitize microscopic images of our moles for comparison each year.

The examination can last between 20 and 60 minutes depending on the number of lesions. The Dermatology Department of HM Sanchinarro Hospital has one of the most innovative digital dermoscopy systems: the Fotofinder.

During the examination, body mapping is performed using a high-resolution digital capture system, such as the Fotofinder, which allows images of moles and pigmented spots to be stored. These images are recorded for comparison in future consultations, which significantly improves the dermatologist’s diagnostic capacity. The technique is comfortable, precise and completely painless.

Where is it applied?

Digital dermoscopy is used to examine any area of the skin where pigmented lesions are present. It is especially useful in:

Back
Chest
Extremities
Neck
Scalp
Areas of difficult visual access for the patient

How long do the effects of the treatment last?

Digital dermoscopy allows precise and continuous monitoring over time. For effective monitoring, it is essential to have regular check-ups, usually yearly, to compare previous images and detect any suspicious changes early.

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