reflectance confocal microscopy

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reflectance confocal microscopy

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Also known as: RCM

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melanoma
Diagnosis and treatment
An approach known as reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM), sometimes described as “optical biopsy,” may be used to diagnose melanoma. RCM allows doctors to examine suspicious moles and skin abnormalities without cutting into the skin. Another diagnostic approach that does not entail cutting into the skin is adhesive patch testing,…
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An approach known as reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM), sometimes described as “optical biopsy,” may be used to diagnose melanoma. RCM allows doctors to examine suspicious moles and skin abnormalities without cutting into the skin. Another diagnostic approach that does not entail cutting into the skin is adhesive patch testing,…
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