Dermatoscope
Dermatoscope
A Dermatoscope (pronounced: der-ma-to-scope) is a medical instrument used primarily by dermatologists to examine skin lesions. This tool aids in the early detection of melanoma, a type of skin cancer, by providing a magnified, illuminated view of the skin's surface.
Etymology
The term 'Dermatoscope' is derived from the Greek words 'derma' meaning skin, and 'scope' meaning to look or to examine.
Usage
A Dermatoscope is used in a procedure known as dermatoscopy (also known as dermoscopy or epiluminescence microscopy). This non-invasive technique allows the examiner to evaluate skin lesions unaided by the naked eye. The dermatoscope illuminates the skin, making the layers of skin translucent and allowing for a more detailed examination.
Related Terms
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.
- Melanoma: A type of skin cancer that can be detected early with the help of a dermatoscope.
- Dermatoscopy: The process or technique of examining skin lesions with a dermatoscope.
- Skin Lesion: An area of the skin that has been damaged through injury or disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dermatoscope
- Wikipedia's article - Dermatoscope
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