Patterns of inpatient dermatology referral and predictors of diagnostic accuracy in non-dermatologists in a Northern District hospital in Singapore

摘要

BackgroundA wide range of dermatological conditions is often encountered in the inpatient setting. Many non-dermatologists experience difficulty in their diagnosis, and referral to a dermatologist is often warranted. In our local setting, this is made through a formal written referral letter, which is usually drafted by the junior doctor on the team.