[Optical coherence tomography].
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a high-resolution imaging method for in vivo investigation of the human skin. In cross-sectional images of several millimeters length with a penetration depth of the light signal into deeper parts of the dermis, architectural details of the upper skin layers can be assessed and monitored non-invasively over time. The resolution is not high enough to visualize cellular details. Several studies have been performed using OCT to assess its significance as a diagnostic tool for dermatology. The actual technical configuration of OCT is suitable to assess therapeutic effects objectively and to observe skin changes over time.
Welzel
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Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Klinikum Augsburg Süd, Sauerbruchstr. 6, 86179, Augsburg, Deutschland. julia.welzel@klinikum-augsburg.de
D001706:Biopsy; D003872:Dermatitis / Q000473:pathology; D004485:Eczema / Q000473:pathology; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D009262:Nails / Q000473:pathology; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D012867:Skin / Q000473:pathology; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000473:pathology* / Q000628:therapy; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology* / Q000628:therapy; D041623:Tomography, Optical Coherence / Q000295:instrumentation*; D014945:Wound Healing / Q000502:physiology
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