Surface anatomy in dermatology: Part II-Impact on perioperative management, procedural technique, and cosmesis

Christian Gronbeck; Eric J Beltrami; Neelesh Jain; Geneva Hargis; Brett Sloan; Bernard L Cook; Jane M Grant-Kels; Hao Feng

doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2023.07.002

Surface anatomy in dermatology: Part II-Impact on perioperative management, procedural technique, and cosmesis

J Am Acad Dermatol. 2024 Aug;91(2):223-240. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2023.07.002. Epub 2023 Jul 8.

Authors

Christian Gronbeck¹, Eric J Beltrami², Neelesh Jain¹, Geneva Hargis², Brett Sloan³, Bernard L Cook², Jane M Grant-Kels⁴, Hao Feng⁵

Affiliations

¹ Department of Dermatology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut.
² University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, Connecticut.
³ Department of Dermatology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut; VA Connecticut Healthcare System, West Haven, Connecticut.
⁴ Department of Dermatology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut; Department of Dermatology, the University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida.
⁵ Department of Dermatology, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, Connecticut. Electronic address: haofeng625@gmail.com.

PMID: 37429437
DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2023.07.002

Abstract

This CME series reviews updated Delphi consensus surface anatomy terminology through the lens of common medical and procedural dermatology scenarios, helping to underscore high-yield points that can be readily integrated into clinical practice to support patient care. Part I of the series reviewed the current state of standardized surface anatomy, provided an illustrative review of consensus terminology, highlighted prominent landmarks that can aid in critical diagnoses, and related the importance of precise terminology to principles of medical management. Part II will utilize consensus terminology to heighten recognition of key landmarks in procedural dermatology to support optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Keywords: accurate; dermatology; medical dermatology; precise; procedural dermatology; surface anatomy; surgical dermatology; terminology.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Anatomic Landmarks
Delphi Technique
Dermatologic Surgical Procedures
Dermatology / methods
Esthetics*
Humans
Perioperative Care / methods
Skin / anatomy & histology
Skin / pathology
Skin Diseases / pathology
Skin Diseases / surgery
Terminology as Topic