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Diagnostic Support from Information Technology
Published in Pat Croskerry, Karen S. Cosby, Mark L. Graber, Hardeep Singh, Diagnosis, 2017
The EHR is not the only change that we have witnessed. A number of other innovations offer new methods for diagnostic work; some are already in use, while others are on the near horizon. The development of PACS and digitized imaging has made radiology services accessible to providers at the point of care and added improved functionality. Telemedicine (teleradiology, telepathology, teledermatology, teleophthalmology), or the use of remote consultants to review digitized images, provides a means for image, slide, or photo review by consultants distant from the patient [83–87]. This can improve access to services for patients in resource-limited settings. They can also be an added resource for expertise needed during off-hours and holidays, and they can even provide a convenient source of second reviews in difficult cases. In addition, newer methods of computer-aided detection can supplement interpretive services to improve the accuracy of mammography and cervical cytology, as well as increase the sensitivity for the detection of pulmonary nodules [88–90].
Machine learning approach for classification of maculopapular and vesicular rashes using the textural features of the skin images
Published in Cogent Engineering, 2022
Sudhakara Upadya P, Niranjana Sampathila, Harishchandra Hebbar, Sathish B Pai
The role of teledermatology lies in the following segments: referral, consultation, diagnosis, treatment, review, follow-up, education, teleconferencing, and business plan. To provide education and support, there is a need for collaboration between the healthcare sector and the dermatologists. Therefore, teledermatology is a step forward in better dermatological care in general, and aesthetic care, in particular (Thomas & Kumar, 2013). The three important merits of teledermatology are efficacy, time reduction, and economic value.