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MPMA Corporate Partner Feature
BAKODX OFFERS THE MOST ACCURATE DIAGNOSTIC METHOD FOR WEB SPACE INFECTIOUS DERMATITIS EASY, IN-OFFICE WEB SPACE PROCEDURE WITH FAST PCR RESULTS
While interdigital infectious dermatitis may be due to a variety of organisms that cause similar presentations, we know their treatment differs.
BakoDx developed a highly sensitive and highly specific PCR test to identify the exact infectious agents involved in web space dermatitis. The simple skin scrape test is performed in-of- fice, providing podiatric clinicians with ease of use, rapid results and the most accurate diagnostic method available – allowing for optimal patient satisfaction.
THE BAKODX WEB SPACE PCR ASSAY IDENTIFIES THE FUNGAL AND/OR BACTERIAL CAUSATIVE AGENT WITHIN THE WEB SPACE KERATIN, WHEN PRESENT, RESULTING IN THE CLINICALLY IDENTIFIED DERMATITIS.
• Dermatophytes
• Candida spp
• Corynebacterium minutissimum • Pseudomonas aeruginosa
• Staphylococcus aureus
“This test is designed for those patients with web space der- matitis, where an infectious etiology may be included in the differential diagnosis,” said Dr. Wayne L. Bakotic, Chief Medical Officer at BakoDx. “PCR analysis allows us to identify the infec- tious agent in the most accurate, efficient and rapid manner.”
Differential diagnosis for interdigital dermatitis may include Corynebacterium minutissimum in erythrasma, tinea pedis, can- didal intertrigo and/or primary or secondary bacterial infections, especially Pseudomonas aeruginosa. There is also a growing awareness of gram-negative bacterial web space infections. The differential diagnosis of web space dermatitis would also include non-infectious etiologies such as web space eczema or psoria- sis.1,2
The BakoDx Web Space panel identifies the causative agent
of interdigital skin infections with the highest sensitivity and specificity available, compared to conventional diagnostic methods. Results are available within 1-2 days, giving clinicians the advantage of rapid, targeted patient treatment plans. The comprehensive molecular analysis report provides a clear and detailed explanation of the test results and therapeutic options, with literary references.
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Web Space Infections can be caused by a variety of organisms.
Pictured, from left: inflamed erythrasma; a previously macerated and healed ulcer of the interspace and infected tinea pedis.
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