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Atopic Dermatitis: Sensitivity and Specificity

Introduction: aka Eczema

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The sensitivity and specificity of findings for Atopic Dermatitis are listed below. See the left navigation bar to change the display.

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Finding SensitivitySpecificity Comments, Study
Hanifin and Rajka Criteria Edit 92%86%

3 major + 3 minor

Study: Br J Dermatol. 2008 Apr;158(4):754-65. PMID: 18241277

Schultz-Larsen criteria Edit 91%87%

>= 50 points

Study: Br J Dermatol. 2008 Apr;158(4):754-65. PMID: 18241277

UK Criteria Edit 10%94%

[sensitivity ranged from 10-100% in studies]

Pruritus + 3 minor:

1. Onset below age 2*

2. History of flexural involvement

3. History of a generally dry skin

4. Personal history of other atopic disease**

5. visible flexural dermatitis as per photographic protocol

  • not used in children under 4 years
  • * in children aged under 4 years,history of atopic disease in a first degree relative may be included
  • Study: Br J Dermatol. 2008 Apr;158(4):754-65. PMID: 18241277