Confocal Microscopy in Skin Cancer

This article provides an overview of strengths and limitations of non-invasive RCM in skin cancer diagnosis.Recent FindingsRCM features of common melanocytic and non-melanocytic skin neoplasms such as melanoma, actinic keratosis/squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and nevi have been well defined and show good correlation with dermoscopic and histopathologic findings. Due to its technical properties, RCM is especially suitable for the examination of flat skin lesions.SummaryIn vivo RCM has been shown to increase the accuracy of non-invasive diagnosis of common skin neoplasms and is a valuable adjunct to dermoscopy, particularly in cosmetically and functionally sensitive areas such as the face or the genital area.
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research