This book is part of the CRC Press Digital Imaging and Computer Vision Series of books with a focus on the growing field of digital analysis of dermoscopy images. The dermatoscope has become a ubiquitous tool for dermatologists to evaluate pigmented lesions, but it can have a steep learning curve, and the current reporting/grading schemes are highly subjective, making it difficult to achieve interobserver consistency. Having more algorithmic approaches towards processing dermoscopy images could lead to more consistent interpretation and aid in training residents, fellows and practicing dermatologists. Additionally, the existence of this digital imaging data will allow more advanced computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) methods to be applied in this field, allow data to be shared among clinicians through common databases and electronic medical records, and advance research in this field by providing expanded access to imaging data for a larger variety of skin conditions. This book provides a comprehensive summary of the current state of the art in digital dermoscopic image analysis across a wide variety of topics.
['M. Emre Celebi', 'Teresa Mendonça', 'Jorge S. Marques']
Dermoscopy Image Analysis [Book review]