title: The curette prep: a modification of the traditional scabies preparation.
abstract: An accurate diagnosis of scabies is critical for proper treatment of this common infestation. In our clinic, we have developed a modification of the traditional method of performing a scabies preparation, called the curette prep, that substitutes a disposable curette for a scalpel blade when obtaining skin scrapings for examination. The major advantages of this technique are greater acceptability and safety for pediatric patients.
authors.affiliation: Dermatology, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43221, USA. stephanie.jacks@osumc.edu
authors.forename: Stephanie K
authors.initials: SK
authors.lastname: Jacks
authors.forename: Elizabeth A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: Lewis
authors.forename: Patricia M
authors.initials: PM
authors.lastname: Witman
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003880:Dermatology / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods*; D019937:Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures / Q000295:instrumentation; D004643:Emollients; D006801:Humans; D008899:Mineral Oil; D012532:Scabies / Q000175:diagnosis*; D013048:Specimen Handling / Q000295:instrumentation; D013525:Surgical Instruments
chemical_list: D004643:Emollients; D008899:Mineral Oil