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Diagnostic accuracy in virtual dermatopathology.

Ellen Mooney1, Werner Kempf, Gregor B E Jemec

  • 1Laekning, Reykjavik, Iceland. ellenm@internet.is

Journal of Cutaneous Pathology
|July 7, 2012
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Diagnostic accuracy using virtual slides and traditional photomicrographs in dermatopathology is similar. Most participants found virtual slides effective for learning and teaching, indicating virtual dermatopathology is a valuable educational tool.

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