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Arch Dermatol. 2005;141:1444-1446.

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In the past few decades, the incidence rate of cutaneous melanoma has increased more rapidly than for any other cancer.^1-2 This has been attributed partly to a real change in the incidence rate of the disease and partly to greater surveillance.^3-4 Unfortunately, advanced melanoma is still practically incurable, and a favorable prognosis depends on specific prevention and early detection. Recognition in the initial stage is currently the best factor for complete recovery.⁵

Diagnostic accuracy has improved since noninvasive methods such as classic or digital epiluminescence dermoscopy and digital dermoscopy analysis (DDA) became available to dermatologists.^6-10 These methods permit enlargement and evaluation of lesion images from the surface down to the depth of the dermoepidermal junction. Many studies^{7, 11} have shown a significantly improved accuracy in diagnosing melanoma when these instruments are used by expert clinicians. However, many dermatologists are still diffident about using instruments or machines to diagnose melanoma.

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DERMOSCOPY AND DIGITAL DERMOSCOPY


DIGITAL DERMOSCOPY ANALYSIS

CONCLUSIONS

AUTHOR INFORMATION
Pietro Rubegni, MD; Marco Burroni, PhD; Andrea Andreassi, MD; Michele Fimiani, MD

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