Mueller matrix polarimetry for in vivo scar tissue diagnostics

authored by

Lennart Jütte, Bernhard Roth

Abstract

Scars usually do not show strong contrast under standard skin examination by using dermoscopes. We show that Mueller matrix polarimetry can provide strong contrast for in vivo scar imaging. Scars usually develop after skin injury when the body repairs the damaged tissue. They are causing multiple distresses such as movement restrictions, pain, itchiness, and the psychological impact of the associated cosmetic disfigurement. Scar treatment has significant economic impact as well. Mueller matrix polarimetry with integrated autofocus and automatic data registration can potentially improve the scar assessment by the dermatologists and help to objectify the evaluation of the treatment outcome.

Organisation(s)

Hannover Centre for Optical Technologies (HOT)
PhoenixD: Photonics, Optics, and Engineering - Innovation Across Disciplines

Type

Conference contribution

Publication date

15.03.2023

Publication status

Published

Peer reviewed

Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials, Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics, Biomaterials, Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

Electronic version(s)

https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2646229 (Access: Closed)