Point of care cutaneous imaging technology in melanoma screening and mole mapping

Melanoma is a malignancy of melanocytes or pigment-producing cells located predominantly in the skin. It is less common than other skin cancers but causes the greatest number of skin cancer-related deaths worldwide. The incidence of melanoma continues to increase and early detection is the most prom...

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Published inF1000 prime reports Vol. 6; p. 34
Main Authors Higgins, 2nd, H William, Lee, Kachiu C, Leffell, David J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England Faculty of 1000 Ltd 06.05.2014
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Summary:Melanoma is a malignancy of melanocytes or pigment-producing cells located predominantly in the skin. It is less common than other skin cancers but causes the greatest number of skin cancer-related deaths worldwide. The incidence of melanoma continues to increase and early detection is the most promising means of decreasing morbidity and mortality. Currently, physicians perform routine skin cancer screenings for melanoma without the benefit of imaging devices more advanced than handheld magnifiers or dermatoscopes. However, it is possible that the diagnosis of melanoma may be improved with technology that provides diagnostic discrimination beyond what is possible on routine inspection. This article reviews current and emerging technologies to aid in the diagnosis of melanoma. Ultimately, these advances may enhance the early diagnosis of melanoma.
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ISSN:2051-7599
2051-7599
DOI:10.12703/P6-34