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Every year, European Melanoma Day draws attention to the seriousness of cutaneous melanoma, one of the most aggressive types of skin cancer. Early detection is key. This is the focus of the outpatient clinic of Athanasios Stefanis, MD, PharmD, at AKESO POLICLINICE in Nové Butovice, where patients are offered specialised examinations in dermatology and dermatovenerology.
Part of the care is the examination with a digital dermatoscope - a modern and globally recognized method that allows to accurately analyze and monitor the development of pigmentary changes on the body in the long term. "Thanks to digital dermatoscopy, we are able to evaluate suspicious skin formations very quickly and accurately. The method is gentle, painless and its greatest benefit lies in the possibility of long-term monitoring of the development of moles. This significantly increases the chances of catching melanoma early, when treatment is most effective," explains dermatologist Athanasios Stefanis, MD, PharmD.
How does the examination work?
Using a digital dermatoscope, it is possible to scan all the moles and freckles on the body within a few minutes. The footage is then analysed using artificial intelligence to help the doctor identify high-risk formations. If necessary, a complementary follow-up examination can be performed with a handheld dermatoscope. The results are available to the patient almost immediately. Compared to the conventional method, digital dermatoscopy offers several advantages:
- a detailed scan of all the lesions on the body at once
- speed and accuracy of the examination
- AI analysis with the possibility of comparison over time
- instant results and documentation
Prevention saves lives
Cutaneous melanoma can arise quite subtly - it often develops from a normal mole that is indistinguishable at first glance. Regular check-ups with a specialist are therefore the most effective way to prevent serious consequences. Athanasios Stefanis, MD, PharmD, recommends a preventive dermatoscopic examination at least once a year, especially if the patient has a light phototype, a large number of freckles or a positive family history.
You can make an appointment for an examination at the outpatient dermatology and dermatovenerology clinic at AKESO POLICLINICE simply online via the booking form or by calling 233 555 000.
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