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[Digital pathology using ex vivo confocal laser scanning microscopy].

Alisa Swarlik¹, M Deußing^2,3, D Hartmann^2,3

¹Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Klinikum der Universität München, München, Deutschland. Alisa.Swarlik@med.uni-muenchen.de.

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Summary

Ex vivo confocal laser scanning microscopy (EVCM) offers rapid, bedside dermatopathological examinations of fresh tissue. This novel method shows promise for diagnosing various skin diseases, including nonmelanocytic cancer, with AI integration enhancing efficiency.

Keywords:

Artificial intelligence Digital histological examinations Keratinocyte carcinoma Point-of-care technology Rapid diagnostic tests

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Medical Imaging
Pathology

Context:

Ex vivo confocal laser scanning microscopy (EVCM) is an emerging diagnostic tool.
It enables rapid, in-situ examination of fresh tissue at the bedside.
Digital imaging capabilities are integral to the EVCM process.

Purpose:

To provide a comprehensive overview of current research findings on EVCM.
To highlight EVCM's diagnostic applications in dermatology.
To assess the potential of EVCM in clinical practice.

Summary:

EVCM facilitates rapid dermatopathological examinations, producing digital images directly from fresh tissue.
Nonmelanocytic skin cancer (NMSC) is the most extensively studied condition using EVCM, demonstrating significant clinical potential.
Studies indicate promising results for EVCM in diagnosing neoplastic, infectious, and rare dermatological diseases.
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to further enhance diagnostic efficiency and clinical workflow.
EVCM serves as a user-friendly technology that replicates dermatopathology, complementing traditional methods.

Impact:

EVCM presents an innovative addition to conventional dermatohistopathology.
It has the potential to improve the speed and accessibility of dermatological diagnoses.
Further development is needed to address technical challenges and incorporate immunohistochemistry.