Dermoscopy in Patch Testing: How Can It Help? / Uso del dermatoscopio en la lectura de pruebas epicutáneas: ¿qué puede aportar?
Actas Dermosifiliogr
; 114(1): 54-59, 2023 Jan.
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in En, Es
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-35483422
ABSTRACT
Interpreting patch test reactions is not easy. It requires experience and is characterized by high intraobserver and interobserver variability. It can sometimes be truly difficult to discern between a weak allergic reaction and an irritant reaction. A number of recent studies have investigated the dermoscopic features of patch test reactions. Homogeneous erythema is the main feature observed in patients with a positive allergic reaction, although dotted vessels, vesicles, crusts and yellow-orange areas may also provide clues. These features are somewhat similar to those observed in inflammatory conditions, such as eczema. In patients with an irritant reaction, the most common dermoscopic findings are the pore reaction pattern and perifollicular erythema. Dermoscopy could be useful for establishing a diagnosis in the case of doubtful patch test reactions.
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Collection:
01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact
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Eczema
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
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Es
Journal:
Actas Dermosifiliogr
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article