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Capillaroscopy: Case-Based Nailfold Imaging for the Modern Rheumatologist
Author(s): Yasser El Miedany (Editor), Rahma A. Elziaty
- Publisher: Springer
- Publication Date: 19 Jun. 2026
- Language: English
- Print length: 542 pages
- ISBN-10: 3032229650
- ISBN-13: 9783032229656
Book Description
This book offers 100 unique cases in nailfold capillaroscopy, a non-invasive diagnostic technique used to examine the microcirculation of capillaries. This technique is often used for diagnosis and assessment of rheumatological diseases. The book begins with an introduction to nailfold capillaroscopy and its importance to clinical practice. It then includes basic information on how to perform the procedure and the necessary equipment. Expert international authors then present a variety of cases using nailfold capillaroscopy for various rheumatological and non-rheumatological disease, including Raynaud’s phenomenon, systemic sclerosis, and vasculitis. The book concludes with more in depth coverage of the clinical applications of this technique, how to interpret findings, and potential future uses. There is additionally a self-assessment chapter where you can test the knowledge learned throughout the book. This is an ideal guide for rheumatologists and medical professionals performing nailfold capillaroscopy.
Editorial Reviews
From the Back Cover
This book is more than a resource; it is a definitive clinical casebook for every healthcare professional captivated by the unseen world of the microcirculation. While most texts present nailfold capillaroscopy as a technique, this unique volume bridges the gap between static imagery and the dynamic, real-life patient experience.
Inside, you will find a meticulously curated collection of high-resolution capillaroscopic images and cases, organized as a visual lexicon for clinical practice. Authored by a global panel of experts, this atlas links each image to its real-world context, translating intricate capillary patterns into actionable clinical insights.
From the hallmark “scleroderma pattern” and its prognostic significance in Systemic Sclerosis, to the subtler, yet equally vital, microvascular changes found in inflammatory arthritis, dermatomyositis, and pediatric rheumatology, this book provides the visual intelligence needed to guide diagnosis, assess disease activity, and inform therapeutic decisions.
By connecting the microscopic findings at the nailfold to the macroscopic manifestations of systemic disease, this is an essential guide for mastering nailfold capillaroscopy, elevating it from an investigative tool to a fundamental part of patient assessment. For those dedicated to understanding microcirculation, this is the indispensable visual companion that brings the invisible to life.
About the Author
Dr. Rahma Elziaty is a Lecturer in the Rheumatology Department at Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt and member of the European Scleroderma Trials and Research group (EUSTAR).
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