Use of Transparent Film Dressing for Dermoscopy of Mucosal Lesions

Pediatr Dermatol. 2016 Jan-Feb;33(1):107-8. doi: 10.1111/pde.12661. Epub 2015 Aug 7.

Abstract

Genital and mucosal nevi are not uncommonly encountered in children. These type of nevi highlight challenges in performing a thorough dermoscopic examination. Contact dermoscopy can provide additional information about a nevus that non-contact dermoscopy cannot. We propose applying a sterile transparent film dressing over the dermatoscope to act as a waterproof barrier that is also impermeable to bacteria and viruses. This provides a sanitary way to evaluate nevi in genital skin as well as on other mucosal surfaces.

MeSH terms

  • Bandages
  • Dermoscopy / instrumentation*
  • Dermoscopy / methods*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Membranes, Artificial*
  • Mucous Membrane / pathology
  • Nevus / diagnosis*
  • Skin / pathology*

Substances

  • Membranes, Artificial