Direct microscopy in the dermatology clinic: enhancing the management of skin infections and infestations.

Published in: Clinical and experimental dermatology (2022)

Direct microscopy is a valuable skill in the management of skin infections and infestations, yet it is underutilized in dermatology clinics. This review details its use in identifying fungal skin infections and scabies infestations, outlining the steps involved in sample collection, preparation and interpretation.

Keyphrases

soft tissue
wound healing
primary care
single molecule
high resolution
high throughput
high speed
optical coherence tomography