Use of direct microscopy to diagnose superficial mycoses - a survey of UK dermatology practice

Use of direct microscopy to diagnose superficial mycoses - a survey of UK dermatology practice

Direct microscopy is a useful tool in the diagnosis of superficial mycoses; however, it is a fading skill among UK dermatologists. Most dermatologists do not have access to a working microscope, and do not feel confident to perform the procedure or interpret the microscopic findings.

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Veröffentlicht in:British journal of dermatology (1951) 2023-09, Vol.189 (4), p.480-481
Hauptverfasser: Chandler, David J, Yamamoto, Reika, Hay, Rod J
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Direct microscopy is a useful tool in the diagnosis of superficial mycoses; however, it is a fading skill among UK dermatologists. Most dermatologists do not have access to a working microscope, and do not feel confident to perform the procedure or interpret the microscopic findings.
ISSN:0007-0963
1365-2133
DOI:10.1093/bjd/ljad213