[Translated article] Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Terminology in Spanish: A Delphi Consensus Study

Abstract

The terminology used to describe reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) findings in both melanocytic and nonmelanocytic lesions has been standardized in English. We convened a panel of Spanish-speaking RCM experts and used the Delphi method to seek consensus on which Spanish terms best describe RCM findings in this setting. The experts agreed on 52 terms: 28 for melanocytic lesions and 24 for nonmelanocytic lesions. The resulting terminology will facilitate homogenization, leading to a better understanding of structures, more standardized descriptions in clinical registries, and easier interpretation of clinical reports exchanged between dermatologists.

Keywords: Basal cell carcinoma; Carcinoma basocelular; Consenso; Consensus; Melanoma; Microscopia confocal de reflectancia; Nomenclatura; Nomenclature; Reflectance confocal microscopy; Terminology; Terminología.