An irregular hemorrhage above long broad hairpins

Long enlarged hairpin capillaries with a wider central apex. An irregular dark hemorrhagic deposit lies above the left side.

Long enlarged hairpin capillaries with a wider central apex. An irregular dark hemorrhagic deposit lies above the left side.
Long enlarged hairpin capillaries with a wider central apex. An irregular dark hemorrhagic deposit lies above the left side.

Image details

Pattern
Hemorrhages
Author or contributor
Borja Gracia Tello
Hallmarks
HemorrhagesCapillary dilation
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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