Diagnosis and treatments

Nailfold capillaroscopy

Nailfold capillaroscopy is a non-invasive examination of the capillaries at the nail fold using magnification.

Indications

Particularly useful in Raynaud's phenomenon to distinguish primary forms from those associated with conditions such as systemic sclerosis.

How it is done

It is painless, performed in clinic and takes a few minutes. Avoid manicures in the preceding days.

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