Line-field confocal optical coherence tomography-Practical applications in dermatology and comparison with established imaging methods.

Cristel Ruini Sandra Schuh Elke C Sattler Julia Welzel

Published in: Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) (2020)

Our preliminary experiences suggest that LC-OCT combines the advantages of RCM and OCT, with optimal resolution and penetration depth to diagnose all types of skin cancer. Larger systematic studies are needed to further characterize the field of use of this device and its sensitivity and specificity compared to histology.

Keyphrases

optical coherence tomography
skin cancer
diabetic retinopathy
optic nerve
high resolution
mental health
mass spectrometry
simultaneous determination
case control
photodynamic therapy
tandem mass spectrometry
gas chromatography