New findings in non‐invasive imaging of cutaneous endometriosis: Dermoscopy, high‐frequency ultrasound and reflectance confocal microscopy

Tognetti, Linda; Cinotti, Élisa; Tonini, Giulia; Habougit, Cyril; Cambazard, F.; Rubegni, Pietro; Perrot, Jean

doi:10.1111/srt.12431

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“…Dybiec et al 24 explored the utility of UHFUS in the differential diagnosis between benign and malignant skin lesions, comparing the echostructure of benign cavernous hemangioma and melanoma. Tognetti et al 25 described the UHFUS aspect of cutaneous endometriosis lesions occurring at the level of the caesarean scar, an often underdiagnosed disease. Boczar et al 26 described a case of lipofibromatous hamartoma of the wrist associated with progressive sensory disturbance.…”

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Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound, A Promising Diagnostic Technique: Review of the Literature and Single-Center Experience

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Objectives: Ultra-high frequency ultrasonography (UHFUS) is a recently introduced diagnostic technique which finds several applications in diverse clinical fields. The range of frequencies between 30 and 100 MHz allows for high spatial resolution imaging of superficial structures, making this technique suitable for the imaging of skin, blood vessels, musculoskeletal anatomy, oral mucosa, and small parts. However, the current clinical applications of UHFUS have never been analyzed in a consistent multidisciplinary manner. The aim of this study is to revise and discuss the current applications of UHFUS in different aspects of research and clinical practice, as well as to provide some examples of the current work-in-progress carried out in our center. Materials and Methods: A literature search was performed in order to retrieve articles reporting the applications of UHFUS both in research and in clinical settings. Inclusion criteria were the use of frequencies above 30 MHz and study design conducted in vivo on human subjects. Results: In total 66 articles were retrieved. The majority of the articles focused on dermatological and vascular applications, although musculoskeletal and intraoral applications are emerging fields of use. We also describe our experience in the use of UHFUS as a valuable diagnostic support in the fields of dermatology, rheumatology, oral medicine, and musculoskeletal anatomy. Conclusion: Ultra-high frequency ultrasonography application involves an increasing number of medical fields. The high spatial resolution and the superb image quality achievable allow to foresee a wider use of this novel technique, which has the potential to bring innovation in diagnostic imaging.

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Section: Dermatological Applicationsmentioning

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Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound, A Promising Diagnostic Technique: Review of the Literature and Single-Center Experience

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“…The studies retrieved from the literature report on a wide variety of pathologic conditions of the skin. Overall, 8 studies described cutaneous diseases, 15,18,19,24,26,29,31,32 3 studies reported on cutaneous manifestations in course of systemic diseases, 17,28,34 and 7 studies described UHFUS aspect of malignant lesions. 13,16,[20][21][22]27,33 Chen et al 15 differentiated lichen sclerosus et atrophicus from morphea trough UHFUS examination, as the UHFUS finding of a hypoechoic band corresponding to the presence of severe lymphedema oriented the diagnosis.…”

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“…In total, 22 studies 13-34 were retrieved from the literature on the applications of UHFUS in dermatology (Table 2). The articles included report both on normal anatomy and skin diseases.…”

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“…Noe et al 26 employed UHFUS to assess the granuloma burden in cutaneous sarcoidosis, and found a strong correlation with clinical severity score and histopathology. Tognetti et al 29 described the correlation between UHFUS and histology in the evaluation of cutaneous endometriosis. Endometriotic ectopic tissue–generated echoic posterior shadowing, while the irregular surface of the lesion appeared as a hyperechoic wavy epidermal band.…”

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The Application of Ultra-High-Frequency Ultrasound in Dermatology and Wound Management

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The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds

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The management of lower extremity wounds is frequently performed by means of clinical examination, representing a challenge for the clinician due to the various conditions that can potentially enter differential diagnosis. Several diagnostic techniques are available in the dermatologist’s arsenal as a support to diagnosis confirmation, including dermoscopy and ultrasonography. Recently, a novel ultrasonographic technique involving the use of ultra-high ultrasound frequencies has entered the scene, and appears a promising tool in the diagnostic workup of skin ulcerative lesions. The focus of this review is to discuss the potential role of ultra-high-frequency ultrasonography in the diagnostic workup of wounds in the light of the current applications of the technique.

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“…Usually, the diagnosis is made several months or up to several years following the procedure (5). The clinical appearance varies with the depth and localization of the tumor (6). The symptomatology is not always present, and the diagnosis is difficult.…”

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Skin endometriosis: A case report and review of the literature

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Skin endometriosis is a rare disease with variable clinical and histopathological characteristics that depend on hormonal stimuli. The skin is not a common location, as most cases of endometriosis involve pelvic sites, such as the ovaries, peritoneum and bowel. However, the most common extrapelvic site affected is the abdominal wall and this location of the disease is frequently associated with obstetric and gynecologic surgery. Here we report a case of skin endometriosis emerged as a painful subcutaneous nodule located near to the left side of an obstetrical surgery procedure scar. The patient affected was a woman in her reproductive age, with a history of right ovary endometriotic cyst laparoscopically removed and histologically confirmed as a primary endometriosis. Dermatologists should be aware of this condition in any woman with a painful lump located in the proximity of a pelvic surgery-induced scar. Its non-specific clinical appearance may confuse the clinician and may delay the diagnosis and management.

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New findings in non‐invasive imaging of cutaneous endometriosis: Dermoscopy, high‐frequency ultrasound and reflectance confocal microscopy

Cited by 12 publications

References 10 publications

Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound, A Promising Diagnostic Technique: Review of the Literature and Single-Center Experience

Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound, A Promising Diagnostic Technique: Review of the Literature and Single-Center Experience

The Application of Ultra-High-Frequency Ultrasound in Dermatology and Wound Management

Skin endometriosis: A case report and review of the literature

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