Clinical and experimental dermatology
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Clin. Exp. Dermatol. · Mar 2014
Assessment of nailfold capillaroscopy in systemic sclerosis by different optical magnification methods.
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is characterized by target-organ fibrosis and microvascular dysfunction, which can be assessed using nailfold capillaroscopy. Dermoscopy is a useful and easily performed method for diagnosing skin lesions. ⋯ Both polarized and nonpolarized dermoscopy are reliable methods for valuation of nailfold capillaroscopy in patients with SSc. They are easy to perform, with good rates of accuracy and results that are comparable with traditional capillaroscopy.