# Surface Anatomy and Sensory Evaluation of Dermatomes: A Guide for Residents

## TL;DR

This paper explains the surface anatomy of dermatomes and sensory evaluation to help medical trainees in Malaysia identify neurological issues.

## Contribution

It provides a guide tailored for Malaysian medical students and trainees on lesion localisation using dermatome anatomy and sensory exams.

## Key findings

- Dermatome surface anatomy and sensory points are described for the face and body.
- The guide aims to improve lesion localisation skills for neurological disorders.
- It supports medical trainees in conducting effective sensory and neurological examinations.

## Abstract

The surface anatomy of dermatomes and sensory examination play crucial roles in assessing and diagnosing various medical conditions. Understanding the distribution of dermatomes and conducting sensory examinations are essential in identifying and localising neurological disorders, such as nerve damage or compression. This manuscript describes the surface anatomy of the face and body and their respective key sensory examination points for sensory and neurological examination to aid Malaysian medical students and trainees in lesion localisation.