Total body mapping

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Automatic Total Body Mapping; Whole Body Photography

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Two step method "two step method of digital follow up", which enables the examiner to combine digital dermoscopy and "total body mapping". In this examination technique, images of the entire skin surface are created fully automatically and systematically. The images are archived and can be compared with the current images during a control examination. This exact comparison simplifies the identification of newly added or altered melanocytic nevi. This method enables a quality standard in the detection of malignant pigment changes.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer