Dermoscopy and Onychomycosis: guided nail abrasion for mycological samples
Abstract: Mycological examination is still the cornerstone for the diagnosis of onychomycosis for many dermatologists, but sampling technique interferes on its sensitivity and specificity. Nail abrasion may be used to reach the most proximal part of the lesion and can be easily accomplished with an...
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Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia,
2015-12-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Abstract: Mycological examination is still the cornerstone for the diagnosis of onychomycosis for many dermatologists, but sampling technique interferes on its sensitivity and specificity. Nail abrasion may be used to reach the most proximal part of the lesion and can be easily accomplished with an electric abrasor. We suggest nail plate dermoscopy to identify the best location for localized abrasion to obtain adequate samples for mycological examination. |
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| Item Description: | 0365-0596 10.1590/abd1806-4841.20154615 |