Paediatric capillaroscopy (children and adolescents)

In children with Raynaud's, capillaroscopy helps detect the secondary form early.

Relevant diagnoses:

Paediatric Raynaud's, early phases of the SSc spectrum, myositis and dermatomyositis.

What is seen (findings in brief)

Similar to adults, but reference values for density may be slightly lower depending on age.

How often to have a check-up

Normal findings and low clinical risk: 12–24 months; ANA+ or suspicious findings: 6–12 months.

Summary

A safe method of high value in the triage of children with Raynaud's.