Imaging in cutaneous oncology: radiology for dermies

Allison T Vidimos; Todd W Stultz

doi:10.1016/j.det.2011.01.009

Imaging in cutaneous oncology: radiology for dermies

Dermatol Clin. 2011 Apr;29(2):243-60, ix. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2011.01.009.

Authors

Allison T Vidimos¹, Todd W Stultz

Affiliation

¹ Section of Dermatologic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology, Department of Dermatology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. [email protected]

PMID: 21421149
DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2011.01.009

Abstract

An overview of currently available imaging modalities is presented. Indications for imaging in cutaneous nonmelanoma skin cancers, selection of the most appropriate and cost-effective study, limitations, and risks are discussed. Finally, representative cases are discussed with emphasis on choice of imaging study for preoperative staging and treatment planning.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Humans
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Mohs Surgery*
Positron-Emission Tomography
Preoperative Care
Risk Factors
Skin Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
Skin Neoplasms / epidemiology
Skin Neoplasms / surgery*
Tomography, X-Ray Computed*
Ultrasonography