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Tracy M Frech
Tracy M Frech
University of Utah Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology and Salt Lake City Veterans Affair Medical Center,
Tanzania
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Review Article
Nailfold Capillaroscopy: An Important Clinical Tool for the Vascular Surgeon
Author(s): Tracy M Frech, Brian Breviu, Jessica T Zhu and Lesley SaketkooTracy M Frech, Brian Breviu, Jessica T Zhu and Lesley Saketkoo
Purpose of review: Nailfold capillary microscopy or capillaroscopy is an established clinical exam procedure for dermatologists and rheumatologists. It is essential in the examination of patients with Raynaud’s phenomenon. Findings: A history of Raynaud’s phenomenon is an important symptom for vascular surgeons to elicit from patients presenting with digital ulcerations. If a history of Raynaud’s phenomenon is present then Nailfold capillaroscopy is an essential clinical exam skill to perform. Summary: In this review, the applicability of capillaroscopy for personalized medicine to direct cost effective laboratory screening for vascular surgeons assessing patients with Raynaud’s phenomenon is discussed. .. View More»
DOI: 10.4172/2329-6925.1000152