Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV
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J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol · Feb 2018
Current approach of skin lesions suspected of malignancy in general practice in the Netherlands: a quantitative overview.
The role of general practitioners (GPs) in skin cancer care is increasing. Previous, hospital-based studies suggest that GPs might not have the capabilities to gain responsibility concerning skin cancer care. ⋯ Most lesions that are presented to the GP with a suspicion of a malignancy appear to be benign lesions. In the examined practices, the diagnosis of the GP is mainly based on clinical examination and little use is made of available diagnostic tools. The use of a diagnostic tool like a biopsy might prevent unnecessary referrals.