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Review
. 2024 Aug;91(2):223-240.
doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2023.07.002. Epub 2023 Jul 8.

Surface anatomy in dermatology: Part II-Impact on perioperative management, procedural technique, and cosmesis

Christian Gronbeck  1 , Eric J Beltrami  2 , Neelesh Jain  1 , Geneva Hargis  2 , Brett Sloan  3 , Bernard L Cook  2 , Jane M Grant-Kels  4 , Hao Feng  5
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Review

Surface anatomy in dermatology: Part II-Impact on perioperative management, procedural technique, and cosmesis

Christian Gronbeck et al. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2024 Aug.

Abstract

This CME series reviews updated Delphi consensus surface anatomy terminology through the lens of common medical and procedural dermatology scenarios, helping to underscore high-yield points that can be readily integrated into clinical practice to support patient care. Part I of the series reviewed the current state of standardized surface anatomy, provided an illustrative review of consensus terminology, highlighted prominent landmarks that can aid in critical diagnoses, and related the importance of precise terminology to principles of medical management. Part II will utilize consensus terminology to heighten recognition of key landmarks in procedural dermatology to support optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Keywords: accurate; dermatology; medical dermatology; precise; procedural dermatology; surface anatomy; surgical dermatology; terminology.

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflicts of interest Dr Grant-Kels serves as Deputy Editor of JAAD and is Chief Medical Officer and member of the Board of VeraDermics, Inc; Consultant and Advisory Board member for DermaSensor, Inc. She has no relevant conflict of interest in relation to the content of this CME. Dr Feng for full disclosure of all financial interests: Consultant, Soliton Inc; Consultant, Cytrellis Biosystems. He has no relevant conflict of interest in relation to the content of this CME. Dr Sloan for full disclosure of all financial interests: Editor, JAAD Case Reports; Consultant, Medscape. He has no relevant conflict of interest in relation to the content of this CME. Drs Gronbeck, Beltrami, Jain, Hargis, and Cook have no conflicts of interest to declare.