The British journal of dermatology
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Digital image analysis has been introduced into the diagnosis of skin lesions based on dermoscopic pictures. ⋯ A diagnostic algorithm for digital image analysis of melanocytic lesions can achieve the same range of diagnostic accuracy as the application of dermoscopic classification rules by experts. The present diagnostic algorithm, however, still requires a medical expert who is qualified to recognize cutaneous lesions as being of melanocytic origin.
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Hand eczema is a major cause of morbidity and lost earnings. Many interventions ranging from topical steroids to oral ciclosporin are used, but their evidence base and the best methods to assess their efficacy are uncertain. ⋯ Most 'trials' in hand eczema are not RCTs. Internally controlled (left/right) studies were common. Based on the poor overall quality of reporting, most RCTs of hand eczema trials are not adequate to guide clinical practice. Future trials of hand eczema should be randomized, using a parallel group or self-controlled design. Research is needed to develop validated and clinically relevant outcome measures. Most of the remaining issues relating to poor quality of existing evidence can be relatively easily dealt with by following the CONSORT guidelines.
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Letter Review Case Reports
A case of anti-p200 pemphigoid clinically mimicking inflammatory epidermolysis bullosa acquisita.