title: Sonographic diagnostics in dermatology.
abstract: Ultrasonography non-invasively visualizes changes within the skin, skin appendages, subcutaneous tissue, subcutaneous (regional) lymph nodes and peripheral vessels. Thus it is an established diagnostic tool in dermatology. Compared to X-ray, MRI and PET, ultrasonography has some advantages; however, it is more dependent on the individual experience of the investigator. Therefore a structured education and continuous training are necessary. This review describes the physical and technical basics, the administrative requirements and the main indications in dermatology.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology and Allergology, Harzklinikum Dorothea Christiane Erxleben Quedlinburg, Germany.
authors.forename: Jens
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Ulrich
authors.forename: Markus
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Schwürzer-Voit
authors.forename: Klaus-Vitold
authors.initials: KV
authors.lastname: Jenderka
authors.forename: Christiane
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Voit
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007089:Image Enhancement / Q000379:methods*; D012867:Skin / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000379:methods*