Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3196133 | Dermatologic Clinics | 2008 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
“Telemedicine” is defined as the use of telecommunication technologies for the exchange of medical information across distances. Applications include patient management as well as research and education. Teledermatology is a steadily growing category of telemedicine. This article presents general aspects of telemedicine, such as modes of data transmission, and practical applications with a special emphasis on their significance for teledermatology.
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Authors
Elisabeth M.T. MD, Terri M. BBmedSc (Hons), H. Peter MD, FACD,