Nailfold Capillaroscopy a Non-Invasive Tool for Direct Observation of Microvascular Damage in Diabetes Mellitus : Review - Abstract
Capillaroscopy is a non-invasive method for the observation of capillary microvasculature. In recent years, it has gained recognition in the field of diseases that affect microcirculation, especially in rheumatic diseases. However, studies published in the last decade have demonstrated the importance of this innovative technique in non-rheumatic diseases such as diabetes mellitus. The purpose of this review is to describe the technique of capillaroscopy and to emphasize its usefulness in the evaluation of vascular micro architecture in patients with diabetes mellitus and its relation to its complications.