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Intro
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contents
Contributors
Part I: The Requisites
1: Technical Recommendations, Settings, Protocols, Training, and Reports of the Dermatologic Ultrasound Examinations
Introduction
Recommendations and Relevant Points
How to Improve the Learning of Dermatologic Ultrasound
Protocols for Performing Dermatologic Ultrasound Examinations
Sedation
Technique for the Dermatologic Ultrasound Examination
Training of Dermatologic Ultrasound
Main Concepts
Assessment of Competence and Operators in Charge of the Examination
Major Advantages of the Dermatologic Ultrasound Examinations
Major Limitations
Main Applications
Reporting the Examinations
Common Issues in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Special Protocols
Protocol for the Nail
Protocol for the Scalp
Protocol for Patients with History of Aesthetic Procedures of the Face
Protocol for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Protocol for Morphea
Other Useful Tips
Settings for Dermatologic Lesions
Conclusion
References
2: Training in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Introduction
Towards a Structured Curriculum for Dermatologic Ultrasound Teaching
Practical Considerations Regarding Course Organization in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Dermatologic Ultrasound According to Academic Degree or Specialization
Pregrade Medicine Students
Dermatology and Radiology Residents
Dermatologic Ultrasound for Specialists
Dermatologic Ultrasound for Primary Care Practitioners
Accreditation in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Conclusions
References
3: Dermatologic Concepts and Terminology
Initial Approach to Skin Lesions
Dermatopathological Terms
Glossary of Common Dermatologic Disorders
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Common Dermatologic Signs
Differential Diagnosis of Skin Disorders According to Lesion Morphology and Affected Region
Relevant Scoring Systems in Dermatology
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Malignant Melanoma
Psoriasis
Atopic Dermatitis
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis/Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
Systemic Sclerosis
Lupus Erythematosus
References
4: Ultrasound Imaging: Basic Principles and Terminology
Introduction
Basic Acoustics and Instrumentation
Grayscale Ultrasound Imaging
Doppler Sonography
Ultrasound Transducers
Software Developments
Tissue Harmonic Imaging
Spatial Compounding Imaging
Extended Field of View (EFOV)
Three-Dimensional (3D) Imaging
Elastography
Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound
Microvascularity
Fusion Imaging
Operator Performance
Future Directions
Tips and Teaching Points
Useful Glossary of Ultrasound
Conclusion
References
5: Comprehensive Ultrasonographic Anatomy of the Normal Skin, Nail, Hair, and Adjacent Structures
Introduction
Skin
Hair
Additional Structures Detected at Ultrahigh Frequency (70 MHz)
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contents
Contributors
Part I: The Requisites
1: Technical Recommendations, Settings, Protocols, Training, and Reports of the Dermatologic Ultrasound Examinations
Introduction
Recommendations and Relevant Points
How to Improve the Learning of Dermatologic Ultrasound
Protocols for Performing Dermatologic Ultrasound Examinations
Sedation
Technique for the Dermatologic Ultrasound Examination
Training of Dermatologic Ultrasound
Main Concepts
Assessment of Competence and Operators in Charge of the Examination
Major Advantages of the Dermatologic Ultrasound Examinations
Major Limitations
Main Applications
Reporting the Examinations
Common Issues in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Special Protocols
Protocol for the Nail
Protocol for the Scalp
Protocol for Patients with History of Aesthetic Procedures of the Face
Protocol for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Protocol for Morphea
Other Useful Tips
Settings for Dermatologic Lesions
Conclusion
References
2: Training in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Introduction
Towards a Structured Curriculum for Dermatologic Ultrasound Teaching
Practical Considerations Regarding Course Organization in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Dermatologic Ultrasound According to Academic Degree or Specialization
Pregrade Medicine Students
Dermatology and Radiology Residents
Dermatologic Ultrasound for Specialists
Dermatologic Ultrasound for Primary Care Practitioners
Accreditation in Dermatologic Ultrasound
Conclusions
References
3: Dermatologic Concepts and Terminology
Initial Approach to Skin Lesions
Dermatopathological Terms
Glossary of Common Dermatologic Disorders
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Common Dermatologic Signs
Differential Diagnosis of Skin Disorders According to Lesion Morphology and Affected Region
Relevant Scoring Systems in Dermatology
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Malignant Melanoma
Psoriasis
Atopic Dermatitis
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis/Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
Systemic Sclerosis
Lupus Erythematosus
References
4: Ultrasound Imaging: Basic Principles and Terminology
Introduction
Basic Acoustics and Instrumentation
Grayscale Ultrasound Imaging
Doppler Sonography
Ultrasound Transducers
Software Developments
Tissue Harmonic Imaging
Spatial Compounding Imaging
Extended Field of View (EFOV)
Three-Dimensional (3D) Imaging
Elastography
Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound
Microvascularity
Fusion Imaging
Operator Performance
Future Directions
Tips and Teaching Points
Useful Glossary of Ultrasound
Conclusion
References
5: Comprehensive Ultrasonographic Anatomy of the Normal Skin, Nail, Hair, and Adjacent Structures
Introduction
Skin
Hair
Additional Structures Detected at Ultrahigh Frequency (70 MHz)