Abstract

LEROUX, MB  and  LASHAK, C. Preserved cutaneous microcirculation in different areas of the body surface: Video-capillaroscopy images. Rev. argent. dermatol. [online]. 2014, vol.95, n.4, pp.52-66. ISSN 1851-300X.

The cutaneous microcirculation (CM) is a complex vascular system consisting of small vessels, that provides the nutrient flow to the skin. Video capillaroscopy allows visualization in vivo and in real time of the CM, in different areas of the skin surface. Twenty photographic images obtained by this technique are showed. They cutaneous microcirculation preserved in the nail fold, lower lip mucosa and skin of leg are described.

Keywords : Video-capillaroscopy; Cutaneous microcirculation; Medical indications; Nail fold; Lower lip; Leg.