Hot Stuff: Thermal Imaging Aids in Cellulitis Diagnosis

Cellulitis is commonly misdiagnosed, with resultant health care expenditures and complications from antibiotic overprescription. Ko et  al. evaluate the use of thermal imaging to aid in the diagnosis of cellulitis, with promising results. Limitations include a small sample size and questionable applicability to bilateral leg findings, where cellulitis is unlikely regardless of temperature differential. Nevertheless, this technolog y has potential to improve patient care.

Source: Journal of Investigative Dermatology - February 21, 2018 Category: Dermatology Authors: Aaron M. Drucker, Vincent Piguet Tags: Commentary Source Type: research