Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Terminology in Spanish: A Delphi Consensus Study

Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2024 Mar;115(3):258-264. doi: 10.1016/j.ad.2023.10.014. Epub 2023 Oct 26.
[Article in English, Spanish]

Abstract

The terminology used to describe reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) findings in both melanocytic and nonmelanocytic lesions has been standardized in English. We convened a panel of Spanish-speaking RCM experts and used the Delphi method to seek consensus on which Spanish terms best describe RCM findings in this setting. The experts agreed on 52 terms: 28 for melanocytic lesions and 24 for nonmelanocytic lesions. The resulting terminology will facilitate homogenization, leading to a better understanding of structures, more standardized descriptions in clinical registries, and easier interpretation of clinical reports exchanged between dermatologists.

Keywords: Basal cell carcinoma; Carcinoma basocelular; Consenso; Consensus; Melanoma; Microscopia confocal de reflectancia; Nomenclatura; Nomenclature; Reflectance confocal microscopy; Terminology; Terminología.

Publication types

  • Practice Guideline

MeSH terms

  • Consensus
  • Delphi Technique
  • Dermoscopy / methods
  • Humans
  • Melanoma* / diagnostic imaging
  • Melanoma* / pathology
  • Microscopy, Confocal / methods
  • Skin Neoplasms* / pathology