Validation of a Novel Cutaneous Neoplasm Diagnostic Self-Efficacy Instrument (CNDSEI) for Evaluating User-Perceived Confidence With Dermoscopy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Accurate medical image interpretation is an essential proficiency for multiple medical specialties, including dermatologists and primary care providers. A dermatoscope, a ×10-×20 magnifying lens paired with a light source, enables enhanced visualization of skin cancer structures beyond standard visual inspection. Skilled interpretation of dermoscopic images improves diagnostic accuracy for skin cancer.

Objective

Design and validation of Cutaneous Neoplasm Diagnostic Self-Efficacy Instrument (CNDSEI)-a new tool to assess dermatology residents' confidence in dermoscopic diagnosis of skin tumors.

Methods

In the 2018-2019 academic year, the authors administered the CNDSEI and the Long Dermoscopy Assessment (LDA), to measure dermoscopic image interpretation accu

SUBMITTER: Nelson KC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7588154 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature