The accuracy of clinical diagnosis of onychomycosis in Dutch general practice: a diagnostic accuracy study

Background: Onychomycosis, the most common cause of nail dystrophy, is generally diagnosed by clinical examination. Current guidelines for Dutch general practice advise confirmatory testing only in cases of doubt or insufficient response to treatment. However, making a correct diagnosis can be challenging given the wide variety of clinical features and differential diagnosis. Aim: To establish accuracy of clinical diagnosis of onychomycosis by GPs. Design & setting: A diagnostic accuracy study based on GPs' clinical diagnosis of primary care patients suspected of onychomycosis. Method: Usi... Mehr ...