Bulbous apices interrupt a finer capillary row

Several enlarged rounded capillary apices with relatively slender limbs, especially near the center-left and right edge.

Several enlarged rounded capillary apices with relatively slender limbs, especially near the center-left and right edge.
Several enlarged rounded capillary apices with relatively slender limbs, especially near the center-left and right edge.

Image details

Pattern
Capillary dilation
Author or contributor
Borja Gracia Tello
Hallmarks
Capillary dilationUnequal capillary calibers
Magnification
250×
Device
Smart G-Scope
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Teaching point

Distinguish mild dilations from homogeneous and repeated giant capillaries.

Clinical caveat

This image illustrates a visual finding and should be interpreted with acquisition quality, distribution across fingers, clinical context, and serology when relevant.

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