Uneven loop heights along a curved nailfold

Hairpin capillaries of different visible lengths. The loops on the right are more clearly defined.

Hairpin capillaries of different visible lengths. The loops on the right are more clearly defined.
Hairpin capillaries of different visible lengths. The loops on the right are more clearly defined.

Image details

Pattern
Unequal capillary calibers
Author or contributor
Borja Gracia Tello
Hallmarks
Unequal capillary calibersSimple hairpin loops
Magnification
250×
Device
Smart G-Scope
Field of view (W × H)
≈ 2.21 × 1.24 mm
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Teaching point

Confirm that the first capillary row is visible and reasonably focused.

Measurements and calibration

For the subset of apices with stable automated measurements, estimated widths span approximately 16–29 µm. These are automated estimates, not manually validated measurements.

Clinical caveat

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

Use and licensing

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