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Sonographic diagnostics in dermatology
Author(s) -
Ulrich Jens,
Schwürzer Voit Markus,
Jenderka KlausVitold,
Voit Christiane
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
jddg: journal der deutschen dermatologischen gesellschaft
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.463
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1610-0387
pISSN - 1610-0379
DOI - 10.1111/ddg.12525
Subject(s) - ultrasonography , medicine , lymph , subcutaneous tissue , dermatology , radiology , medical physics , pathology
Summary Ultrasonography non‐invasively visualizes changes within the skin, skin appendages, subcutaneous tissue, subcutaneous (regional) lymph nodes and peripheral vessels. Thus it is an established diagnostic tool in dermatology. Compared to X‐ray, MRI and PET, ultrasonography has some advantages; however, it is more dependent on the individual experience of the investigator. Therefore a structured education and continuous training are necessary. This review describes the physical and technical basics, the administrative requirements and the main indications in dermatology.