Intelegerea mecanismelor imunologice indreptate impotriva melanocitelor benigne si maligne reprezinta un subiect relevant pentru cercetare in momentul actual, intrucat creeaza premisa dezvoltarii de noi terapii imunologice atat in melanom, cat si in vitiligo, cu rezultate promitatoare.

In practica, reactiile imunologice antimelanocitare pot fi studiate in diferite situatii clinice: in vitiligo, unde procesele imunologice sunt supraexprimate; in nevii Sutton, unde mecanismele imunologice sunt adecvate; in melanom, in care imunosupresia locală impiedica de cele mai multe ori fenomenele antitumorale sa actioneze eficient. Lucrarea prezenta reuneste multe dintre studiile autoarei referitoare la aceste mecanisme fiziopatologice, realizate si publicate in ultimii zece ani in teza de doctorat, precum si proiectele postdoctorale si articolele de specialitate. Realizeaza totodata actualizarea materialelor cu cele mai recente informatii din literatura medicala cu privire la: structura sistemului imun cutanat si a functiei principalelor componente ale acestuia; mecanismele prezentei in autoimunitate, autoinflamatie si imunitatea antitumorala cutanate; reactiile imunologice indreptate impotriva melanocitelor benigne si maligne in vitiligo, in melanom (regresie) si in nevii melanocitari (nevii Sutton).

This book is a concise guide to superficial fungal infections on the skin for dermatologists and GPs. Divided into two sections, the first part of the book discusses normal skin flora (microorganisms that reside on the skin, many of which are bacteria mostly found in the superficial layers of the skin and the upper parts of hair follicles). The second section covers the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of superficial fungal infections. The book serves as a quick reference guide for `on-the spot' diagnosis. Clinical photographs, illustrations and tables further enhance the text. Key points Concise guide to diagnosis and management of superficial fungal infections on the skin In depth discussion on normal skin flora Quick reference guide for `on-the-spot' diagnosis Features clinical photographs, illustrations and tables to assist learning

 

 

 

This second edition of the Oxford Handbook of Medical Dermatology provides practical and accessible advice on how to reach a diagnosis or create a management plan when faced with patients with a range of skin conditions.

Giving concise and clear guidance on investigation and treatment, this Handbook helps doctors adopt a step-by-step approach at the bedside to make sense of skin problems by analysing clinical signs. Illustrated and in full colour, it covers skin physiology, an overview of common skin conditions, and skin problems commonly seen in a broad range of specialities, from rheumatology to psychiatry, as well as children and the elderly.

Now comprehensively updated with new clinical pictures, references, and extensively reworked chapters on skin in infancy and childhood, cutaneous reactions to drugs, skin tumours, and rheumatology. This second edition now includes a brand new chapter on skin and genetics, detailing this fast-growing and important area of dermatology, promoting good communication with a patient-centred and practical common-sense approach for trainees in dermatology, junior doctors, GPs, and medical students.

Description:

Dermatology: An Illustrated Colour Text is an ideal resource for today’s medical student, hospital resident, specialty registrar in dermatology or internal medicine, specialist nurse or family doctor. It presents the subject as a series of two page ‘learning units’, each covering important aspects of clinical dermatology.

These units use an unsurpassed collection of colour clinical photographs of all major dermatological conditions, concise yet comprehensive text and Key Point boxes to aid quick access to information and examination preparation. They incorporate summaries of the essential skin biology and associated basic sciences that underpin clinical practice, as well as advice on established and emerging dermatological treatments. Guidance is also given to dermatological emergencies, and to the most useful online resources for updates and further reference.

Building on previous success, this seventh edition has been fully revised throughout. The accompanying interactive eBook version completes this superb learning package.

New and enhanced coverage of key and emerging areas – including biologic therapies, dermoscopy, skin surgery, cosmetic surgery, skin cancer, pigmented skin, male and female genital dermatoses, lymphomas of the skin, paediatric dermatology, psychodermatology, rosacea, benign skin tumours, immunological tests, molecular genetics, connective tissue diseases of the skin and skin procedures

New line drawings and photographs incorporated throughout to further improve clarity and ensure comprehensive visual coverage of important dermatological conditions

(Printed book) Includes downloadable eBook version with bonus material – incorporating self-test flashcards and multiple

Information is presented in easy to access text layouts.

Highly illustrated with over 400 colour photographs and drawings.

Summary boxes are included for revision purposes.

Covers the subject from basic molecular mechanisms through to the principles of medical and surgical treatment

 

Table of Contents:

 

1. Basic principles

1.  Microanatomy of the skin

Introduction

Epidermis

Dermis

Subcutaneous layer

2.  Derivatives of the skin

Hair

Nails

Sebaceous glands

Sweat glands

Other structures in skin

3.  Physiology of the skin

Keratinocyte maturation

Hair growth

Melanocyte function

Thermoregulation

4.  Biochemistry of the skin

Keratins

Melanins

Collagens

Glycosaminoglycans

Skin surface secretions

Subcutaneous fat

Hormones and the skin

5.  Inflammation, immunity and the skin

Microbiome

Immunologically functional cells in the skin

Hypersensitivity reactions and the skin

6.  Molecular genetics and the skin

The human chromosomes

Forms of inheritance

Gene therapy

7.  Terminology of skin lesions

Macule (see vitiligo, p. 92)

Papule (see dermatofibroma, p. 115)

Nodule (see squamous cell carcinoma, p. 124)

Bulla (see pemphigoid, p. 96)

Vesicle (see dermatitis herpetiformis, p. 96)

Pustule (see acne, p. 80)

Cyst (see acne, p. 80)

Wheal (see urticaria, p. 94)

Plaque (see psoriasis, p. 38)

Scale (see psoriasis, p. 38)

Ulcer (see venous leg ulcer, p. 90)

8.  Taking a history

Presenting complaint

Past medical history

Social and occupational history

Family history

Drug history

9.  Examining the skin

Distribution of eruption or lesions

Morphology of individual lesions

Nails, hair and mucous membranes

General examination

Special techniques and assessment of disease morbidity

10.  Practical clinic procedures

Diagnostic procedures

Therapeutic procedures

11.  Dermoscopy

Contact dermoscopy

Polarized dermsocopy

Dermoscopic examination

Dermoscopic algorithms

Technology

12.  Basics of medical therapy—topical treatments

Topical therapy

13.  Basics of medical therapy—systemic medication, other treatments, monitoring and scoring systems

When to select systemic therapy

Monitoring prescribed drug treatments

Other treatments

Scoring systems for skin diseases

14.  Epidemiology of skin disease

Skin disease in the general population

Skin disease in community and specialized clinics

Socioeconomic factors

Geographical factors

Racial and cultural factors

Age and sex prevalence of dermatoses

15.  Body image, the psyche and the skin

The stress of having skin disease

Skin disorders of psychogenic origin

2. Diseases

Eruptions

16.  Psoriasis—epidemiology, pathophysiology and presentation

Epidemiology

Aetiopathogenesis

Clinical presentation

17.  Psoriasis—topical treatment and disease complications

Planning treatment

Topical therapy

When to move on to systemic treatments

Complications of psoriasis

18.  Psoriasis—systemic treatments

Non-biologic systemic therapy

Biologics

19.  Eczema—acute, chronic and irritant

Acute eczema (fig. 19.1)

Chronic eczema (fig. 19.2)

Irritant contact dermatitis

20.  Eczema—allergic contact dermatitis and patch testing

Definition

Aetiopathogenesis

Clinical presentation

Differential diagnosis

Management

Allergen avoidance

Patch testing

21.  Eczema—atopic eczema

Definition

Aetiopathogenesis

Clinical presentation

Differential diagnosis

Management

22.  Eczema—other forms

Seborrhoeic dermatitis

Hand dermatitis

Pompholyx eczema (cheiropompholyx)

Discoid (nummular) eczema

Venous (stasis) eczema

Asteatotic eczema (eczema craquelé)

Other eczemas

23.  Lichenoid eruptions

Lichen planus

Lichen sclerosus

Lichen nitidus

Lichen planus-like drug eruption

24.  Papulosquamous eruptions

Pityriasis rosea

Pityriasis (tinea) versicolor

Reiter’s disease

Pityriasis lichenoides

Chronic superficial scaly dermatitis

Other pityriases

Secondary syphilis

25.  Erythroderma

Clinical presentation

Management

26.  Photodermatology

Photodermatoses—idiopathic

Photodermatoses—other causes

Dermatoses improved or worsened by sunlight

Infections

27.  Bacterial infection—staphylococcal and streptococcal

The normal skin microflora

Staphylococcal infections

Streptococcal infections

28.  Other bacterial infections

Diseases due to commensal overgrowth

Mycobacterial infections

Spirochaetal infections

Further bacterial infections

29.  Viral infections—warts and other viral infections

Viral warts

Other viral infections

30.  Viral infections—herpes simplex and herpes zoster

Herpes simplex

Herpes zoster

31.  Human immunodeficiency virus disease and immunodeficiency syndromes

Human immunodeficiency virus disease

Congenital immune deficiency syndromes

Skin signs of immunosuppression for organ transplants

32.  Fungal infections

Dermatophyte infections

33.  Yeast infections and related disorders

Seborrhoeic dermatitis

Pityriasis (tinea) versicolor

Candida albicans infection

34.  Tropical infections and infestations

Leprosy

Leishmaniasis

Larva migrans

Deep mycoses

Filariasis

Onchocerciasis

35.  Infestations

Insect bites

Lice infestation (pediculosis)

Scabies

Disorders of specific skin structures

36.  Sebaceous and sweat glands—acne

Acne

37.  Sebaceous and sweat glands—rosacea and other disorders

Rosacea

Perioral dermatitis

Hidradenitis suppurativa

Hyperhidrosis

Other disorders of eccrine glands

38.  Disorders of hair

Hair loss (alopecia)

Diffuse non-scarring alopecia

Localized non-scarring alopecia

Localized/diffuse scarring alopecia

Excess hair (hirsutism and hypertrichosis)

Other disorders

39.  Disorders of nails

Congenital disease

Trauma

Dermatoses

Infections

Systemic disease

Tumours

40.  Vascular and lymphatic diseases

Blood vessel disorders

Lymphatic disorders

41.  Leg ulcers

Venous disease

Arterial disease

Diabetic foot ulcers and other causes of leg ulcer

42.  Pigmentation

Hypopigmentation

Hyperpigmentation

Allergy and autoimmunity

43.  Urticaria

Aetiopathogenesis

Clinical presentation

Management

44.  Blistering disorders

Pemphigus

Pemphigoid

Dermatitis herpetiformis

Linear IgA disease

45.  Connective tissue diseases—lupus erythematosus and systemic sclerosis

Lupus erythematosus

Systemic sclerosis

Morphoea

Dermatomyositis

Other connective tissue diseases

Idiopathic arthritis including Still’s disease (juvenile and adult-onset) (antinuclear antibodies negative)

Relapsing polychondritis (antinuclear antibodies negative)

Sjögren’s syndrome (anti-Ro ∼70%; anti-La ∼50%)

46.  Vasculitis and the reactive erythemas

Vasculitis

Erythema multiforme

Erythema nodosum

Sweet’s disease

Graft-versus-host disease

Internal medicine

47.  Skin changes in internal conditions

Skin signs of endocrine and metabolic disease

Skin signs of nutritional and other internal disorders

48.  Drug eruptions

Aetiopathogenesis

Clinical presentation

Differential diagnosis

Management

49.  Associations with malignancy

Conditions associated with malignancy

Conditions occasionally associated with malignancy

Inherited disorders

50.  Keratinization and blistering syndromes

The ichthyoses

Keratoderma

Keratosis pilaris

Darier’s disease

Flegel’s disease

Epidermolysis bullosa

Prenatal diagnosis of inherited disorders

51.  Neurocutaneous disorders and other syndromes

Neurofibromatosis

Tuberous sclerosis complex

Incontinentia pigmenti

Xeroderma pigmentosum

Ehlers–Danlos syndrome

Pseudoxanthoma elasticum

The premature ageing syndromes

Skin tumours

52.  Benign tumours—epidermal and dermal

Benign epidermal tumours

Benign dermal tumours

53.  Benign tumours—dermal structures and appendages

Benign tumours of vascular and connective tissue

Benign tumours of the skin appendages

54.  Naevi

Melanocytic naevi

Epidermal naevi

Connective tissue naevi

55.  Skin cancer—premalignant disorders

Actinic keratoses

Dysplastic naevi

56.  Skin cancer—basal cell carcinoma

Aetiopathogenesis

Clinical presentation

Management (see also table 64.1)

57.  Skin cancer—squamous cell carcinoma

Bowen’s disease (in situ squamous cell carcinoma)

Keratoacanthoma

Squamous cell carcinoma

58.  Skin cancer—malignant melanoma

Superficial spreading malignant melanoma

Lentigo malignant melanoma

Acral lentiginous malignant melanoma

Nodular malignant melanoma

59.  Cutaneous T-cell lymphomas, B-cell lymphomas and malignant dermal tumours

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (mycosis fungoides)

Lymphomatoid papulosis

Primary cutaneous B-cell lymphoma

Primary skin tumours of dermal origin

Cutaneous metastatic deposits

60.  Ageing and photoageing of the skin

Signs of photoageing

Stages of photoageing

Management of photoageing

3. Special topics in dermatology

61.  Biologics—their use in skin disease

General principles

Side effects of biologics

Monitoring during treatment

Psoriasis

Use of biologics in other skin diseases

62.  Phototherapy

The sun’s radiation spectrum

Effects of light on normal skin

Treatments

Prophylaxis of photodermatoses

Sunbeds

63.  Basic dermatological surgery

Instruments and methods

Basic surgical techniques

Other surgical techniques

64.  Advanced dermatological surgery

Simple plastic repairs

Skin flaps

Skin grafts

Mohs’ micrographic surgery

Anticoagulants and skin surgery

Antiplatelet agents and skin surgery

Lasers and intense pulsed light

Photodynamic therapy

65.  Cosmetics and cosmetic procedures

The range of cosmetics and their usage

Reactions to cosmetics

Cosmetic procedures

66.  Paediatric dermatology—childhood eczemas and other dermatoses

Childhood eczemas and related disorders

Other childhood dermatoses

67.  Paediatric dermatology—vascular naevi and dermatoses of the newborn

Vascular tumours

Vascular malformations

Cutaneous disorders of the newborn

68.  The skin in old age

Intrinsic ageing of the skin

Dermatoses in the elderly

69.  The skin in pregnancy

The skin during pregnancy

Dermatoses in pregnancy

70.  Genitourinary infections

Syphilis (lues)

Gonorrhoea

Other genitourinary infections

71.  Female genital dermatoses

Normal variants of vulval anatomy

Benign dermatoses

Infections

Neoplasia

Genital ulceration and trauma

Pain syndromes

72.  Male genital dermatoses and perianal skin diseases

Normal variants

Benign dermatoses

Infections

Neoplasia

Genital ulceration and lymphedema

Pain syndromes

Perianal skin diseases

73.  Skin disease in people of colour

Evolution of skin pigmentation

Racial differences in hair and eye colour

Diseases that show racially dependent variations

Diseases with a distinct racial or ethnic predisposition

74.  Occupation and the skin

Diagnosis

Contact dermatitis

Contact urticaria

Vibration white finger

Prevention

75.  Immunological tests

Skin prick tests

Patch testing

Immunofluorescence

Assays of T-cell function

Bibliography and online resources

Index

 

 This is a highly illustrated guide to the diagnosis and management of nail conditions in children. With new material on genetics and on developments such as dermoscopy, it will be invaluable as a reliable clinical reference for both dermatologists and pediatricians, as well as those in family practice.

 Hair problems in child patients present a particular problem for clinicians: dermatologists, pediatricians, and family physicians can all worry they may not be up to date with what may be happening in the other specialties potentially involved. Written by authors with an international reputation, the new third edition of Pediatric Hair Disorders is full of clinical pictures, with a clear and concise text to help with the diagnosis of each entity. It will be helpful for all clinicians in training and in practice needing a quick and very visual resource to help with clinical diagnosis and to be confident they are using the best recommended techniques

 

Description:

A unique systematic approach to dermatologic diagnosis Guidebook to Dermatologic Diagnosis provides an innovative and methodical approach to the diagnosis of skin lesions and rashes. Centered around “The Wheel of Diagnosis” which factors in several important clinical considerations necessary to formulate an accurate diagnosis, the book is enhanced by numerous full-color images organized by clinical appearance rather than known diagnosis. This type of image grouping is specifically designed to teach readers how to think through and eventually arrive at an accurate diagnosis. Each chapter is also enhanced by tips on special testing, management, as well as the diagnostic approach. Although primarily written to be an innovative way to enhance dermatologic diagnostic skills, this unique resource can also be used at the point of care to confirm diagnosis.

 

Table of Contents:

 

Chapter 1. The Wheel of Diagnosis

Chapter 2. An Approach to Primary Lesions

Chapter 3. Diagnostic Clues from Secondary Lesions and Postinflammatory Pigmentary Change

Chapter 4. Color as a Diagnostic Determinant

Chapter 5. An Introduction to Reaction Patterns

Chapter 6. The Papulosquamous Reaction Pattern

Chapter 7. The Vesicobullous Reaction Pattern

Chapter 8. The Eczematous Reaction Pattern

Chapter 9. The Dermal Reaction Pattern

Chapter 10. The Vascular Reaction Pattern

Chapter 11. Shape, Configuration, and Grouping of Lesions

Chapter 12. More on Distribution

Chapter 13. Examining Scalp, Hair, Nails, Mucous Membranes, and Lymph Nodes

Chapter 14. Bedside Diagnostic Maneuvers

 

Description:

Chemical peeling is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin that is typically performed on the face, neck or hands. In this treatment, a chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to "blister" and eventually peel off. The new, regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin (American Society for Dermatologic Surgery). This book is a practical guide to chemical peel processes for dermatologists. Divided into 41 sections, the text begins with an overview of the history and classification of chemical peels, histology of skin and wound healing, basic chemistry and patient assessment and preparation. The following chapters cover numerous types of chemical peel treatments for a variety of disorders, and the book concludes with discussion on peel treatment results amongst patients of different ethnicities and skin tones. Edited by internationally recognised specialists in the field of dermatology, the book is highly illustrated with nearly 350 clinical photographs and tables to enhance learning. Key points Practical guide to chemical peel processes for dermatologists Covers numerous types of chemical peel treatments for different disorders Edited by internationally recognised specialists in the field Highly illustrated with clinical photographs and tables.

Table of contents:

1. The History of Chemical Peels

2. Histology of the Skin and Wound Healing

 3. Definition and Classification of Chemical Peels

 4. Basic Chemistry and Factors Affecting Penetration

5. Priming, Prepeel and Postpeel Care

 6. Patient Assessment and Counseling

7. Glycolic Acid Peels

 8. Procedure of Glycolic Acid Peel

9. Salicylic Acid Peels

10. Trichloroacetic Acid Peels

 11. Lactic Acid Peels

12. Mandelic Acid Peels

13. Pyruvic Acid Peel

14. Jessner’s Peels and Resorcinol Peels

15. Tretinoin and Retinol Peels

16. Phytic Acid Peel

17. Medium-depth Peeling with Special Consideration to Ethnic Skin

18. Phenol Peels and Its Modifications for Skin of Color

 19. Medium-depth Peels

 20. Deep Peels: A Review of Chemical Peels for All Skin Types

21. Sequential Peels

 22. Yellow Peels

23. Arginine Pee

l 24. Ferulac Peel

 25. Combination Peels

26. Proprietary Peels

27. Combination Therapy: Chemical Peels with Other Technologies

28. Chemical Peels in Melasma

29. Chemical Peels for the Treatment of Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation

 30. Chemical Peels for Acne and Acne Scars in Dark Skin

31. Special Scenario: Peels for Photoaging

32. Chemical Peeling in Sensitive Skin

33. Party Peels

 34. Extra-facial Peeling

35. Home-based Peeling Systems

36. Innovations with Chemical Peels in Dark Skin

37. Chemical Peels in Dark Skinned Patients: Asian and African Skin

38. Chemical Peels in Ethnic Skin: Latin American Skin

39. Complications of Chemical Peels and How to Deal with Them

40. Recent Advances in Treatment with Chemical Peels

41. Chemical Peel Pearls

Description:

This book is a comprehensive guide to common dermatological procedures in the outpatient clinic.

Presented in a ‘tips and tricks’ format, the book is divided into six sections, with the first chapters providing discussion on diagnostic procedures.

The remaining chapters cover different treatment techniques including chemical destruction of skin lesions, cryotherapy, light-based procedures, and photodynamic therapy.  A section on complex surgical techniques explains highly technical procedures such as hair transplant, Mohs surgery, and liposuction.

Authored by a recognised, Mississippi-based team of experts, the book is enhanced by more than 100 clinical images.  

Key Points

·         Comprehensive guide to common dermatological procedures in the outpatient clinic

·         Covers diagnosis and treatment techniques including complex surgical procedures

·         Presented in ‘tips and tricks’ format

·         Recognised, Mississippi-based author team

 

Tips and Tricks:

Diagnostic

· Tips and Tricks: Office Dermatologic Testing

 Chapter 1: KOH Preparation

Chapter 2: Scabies Preparation

 Chapter 3: Tzanck Preparation

· Tips and Tricks: Biopsy the right spot!

Chapter 4: Choosing the right biopsy location

· Tips and Tricks: Basic procedural techniques

Chapter 5: Shave and saucerization techniques

Chapter 6: Punch biopsy tips and tricks

§ Sampling of tense blisters

 § Sampling porokeratosis

§ Removing larger lesions through a smaller punch (“stuff technique for benign appearing nevi, cysts and lipomas)

Chapter 7: Curettage

Chapter 8: Suturing Tips and Tricks: Chemical Destruction of skin lesions

· Chapter 9: Dichloracetic Acid in Dermatology Tips and Tricks: Complex surgical procedures

· Chapter 10: Mohs surgery

· Chapter 11: Elliptical Excisions

 · Chapter 12: Nail Procedures

· Chapter 13: Flaps and grafts Tips and Tricks: Cryotherapy

· Chapter 14: Cryotherapy of Warts, Actinic keratoses, etc Tips and Tricks: Light-based procedures

· Chapter 15: Vascular lesion laser

 · Chapter 16: Fractionated CO2 laser

· Chapter 17: Pigmented Lesion lasers

· Chapter 18: Intense pulsed light Tips and Tricks: Photodynamic therapy

 · Chapter 19: Photodynamic Therapy

 

Description:   Highly visual and uniquely convenient, Pediatric Dermatology DDX Deck, 3rd Edition, Is the quickest, easiest way to compare and contrast 164 of the most common pediatric dermatologic diagnoses. Each card in this swatch-style deck includes full-color images and information about a particular diagnosis, as well as cross-references (DDx refs) to other potential diagnoses. Designed with the busy practitioner in mind, it’s the perfect pocket-sized reference for front-line pediatric dermatologic diagnosis.
Table Of Contents:
SECTION 1: BLISTERS (VESICLES AND BULLAE) 1 Herpes simplex infections 2 Varicella and herpes zoster 3 Hand, foot, and mouth disease 4 Impetigo and ecthyma 5 Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS) 6 Linear IgA dermatosis 7 Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) 8 Pemphigus 9 Pemphigoid 10 Epidermolysis bullosa, non-scarring 11 Epidermolysis bullosa, scarring 12 Epidermolytic ichthyosis 13 Incontinentia pigmenti 14 Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis 15 Sucking blisters 16 Miliaria 17 Bullous drug reactions SECTION 2: MUCOSAL EROSIONS (BLISTER BASES) 18 Aphthous ulcers 19 Geographic tongue 20 Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) 21 Mycoplasma-induced rash and mucositis (MIRM) 22 Mucosal erosions in immunobullous and hereditary bullous diseases SECTION 3: PUSTULAR LESIONS 23 Erythema toxicum and transient neonatal pustular melanosis 24 Infantile acropustulosis 25 Folliculitis 26 Acne and periorificial dermatitis 27 Pyoderma gangrenosum 28 Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) SECTION 4: RED PAPULES AND NODULES 29 Furunculosis and cellulitis 30 Necrotizing fasciitis 31 Mycobacterial infections 32 Viral exanthems 33 Gianotti-Crosti syndrome 34 Scarlet fever 35 Kawasaki disease 36 DRESS syndrome 37 Cutaneous larva migrans 38 Papular urticaria and spider bites 39 Scabies 40 Syphilis 41 Erythema multiforme (EM) 42 Fixed drug eruptions 43 Morbilliform and urticarial drug eruptions 44 Erythema nodosum (EN) 45 Panniculitis 46 Dermatofibromas 47 Keloids and hypertrophic scars 48 Angiofibromas 49 Congenital self-healing reticulohistiocytosis (CSHR) 50 Malignant tumors SECTION 5: FLAT VASCULAR LESIONS, BLANCHING 51 Mottling 52 Cutis marmorata telangiectasia congenita (CMTC) 53 Livedo reticularis 54 Urticaria and dermographism 55 Port-wine stains and nevus simplex 56 Vascular spiders 57 Neonatal lupus erythematosus SECTION 6: RAISED BLANCHING VASCULAR LESIONS 58 Hemangiomas 59 Diffuse neonatal hemangiomatosis 60 Tufted angiomas 61 Hemangioendothelioma 62 Pyogenic granuloma 63 Lymphatic malformations 64 Venous malformations SECTION 7: NON-BLANCHING VASCULAR LESIONS (PETECHIAE AND PURPURA) 65 Vasculitis (Henoch-Schönlein purpura) 66 Periarteritis nodosa 67 Pernio 68 Progressive pigmented purpura (PPP) SECTION 8: PAPULOSQUAMOUS ERUPTIONS 69 Pityriasis rosea (PR) 70 Psoriasis 71 Pityriasis lichenoides 72 Lichen planus (LP) and lichen nitidus 73 Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) 74 Lichen striatus 75 Porokeratosis of Mibelli 76 Lupus erythematosus (LE) 77 Dermatomyositis 78 Ichthyosis 79 Darier’s disease (keratosis follicularis) 80 Tinea (dermatophyte infections) SECTION 9: ECZEMATOUS DISORDERS (RED WITH DISRUPTION OF SKIN SURFACE) 81 Atopic dermatitis (AD) 82 Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) 83 Juvenile plantar dermatosis 84 Nummular dermatitis 85 Seborrheic dermatitis 86 Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) 87 Diaper dermatitis 88 Intertrigo 89 Candidiasis 90 Perianal cellulitis 91 Acrodermatitis enteropathica (AE) SECTION 10: SKIN-COLORED PAPULES AND NODULES WITH A ROUGH SURFACE 92 Warts 93 Epidermal nevi 94 Keratosis pilaris (KP) 95 Corns and calluses SECTION 11: SKIN-COLORED PAPULES AND NODULES WITH A SMOOTH SURFACE 96 Molluscum contagiosum 97 Milia and sebaceous hyperplasia 98 Epidermal cysts 99 Dermoid cysts 100 Pilomatricoma and trichoepithelioma 101 Granuloma annulare 102 Neurofibroma and lipomas 103 Piezogenic papules 104 Sweat gland tumors SECTION 12: WHITE LESIONS 105 Post-inflammatory hypopigmentation and pityriasis alba 106 Vitiligo 107 Lichen sclerosus (LS) 108 Morphea 109 Halo nevus 110 Nevus depigmentosus and linear and whorled nevoid hypomelanosis (LWNH-Blaschkoid hypomelanosis-hypomelanosis of Ito) 111 Nevus anemicus 112 Ash leaf macules 113 Piebaldism 114 Waardenburg syndrome (WS) 115 Oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) 116 Tinea versicolor SECTION 13: FLAT BROWN LESIONS 117 Mongolian spots 118 Nevus of Ota 119 Café-au-lait macules (CALMs) 120 Freckles 121 Lentigines 122 Nevus spilus 123 Junctional nevi 124 Becker’s nevus 125 Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation 126 Mosaic hyperpigmentation SECTION 14: RAISED BROWN LESIONS 127 Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN) 128 Intradermal melanocytic nevi 129 Melanoma 130 Pilar and smooth muscle hamartomas 131 Mastocytosis 132 Benign cephalic histiocytosis 133 Acanthosis nigricans (AN) 134 Confluent and reticulated papillomatosis (CARP) SECTION 15: YELLOW LESIONS 135 Nevus sebaceus 136 Juvenile xanthogranuloma (JXG) 137 Necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum (NLD) 138 Focal dermal hypoplasia SECTION 16: CONGENITAL CIRCUMSCRIBED HAIR LOSS 139 Aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) 140 Congenital triangular alopecia SECTION 17: ACQUIRED CIRCUMSCRIBED HAIR LOSS 141 Alopecia areata (AA) 142 Tinea capitis and kerion 143 Traction alopecia and hair pulling SECTION 18: CONGENITAL DIFFUSE HAIR LOSS 144 Ectodermal dysplasias (ED) 145 Hair shaft defects 146 Congenital atrichia with papules SECTION 19: ACQUIRED DIFFUSE HAIR LOSS 147 Telogen and anagen effluvium SECTION 20: THICKENED NAILS 148 Congenital malalignment of the great toe 149 Pachyonychia congenita (PC) 150 Ectodermal dysplasia (nails) 151 Median nail dystrophy 152 Trachyonychia (20 nail dystrophy) 153 Psoriasis nails 154 Lichen planus nails SECTION 21: THIN, SLOW-GROWING, OR LOSS OF NAIL 155 Ectodermal dysplasia and nail-patella syndrome SECTION 22: PITTED LESIONS 156 Ear pits and lip pits 157 Pitted keratolysis SECTION 23: INVOLVEMENT OF PALMS AND SOLES 158 Palmoplantar keratodermas (PPK) SECTION 24: PHOTODISTRIBUTION (SUN-INDUCED LESIONS) 159 Sunburn 160 Phytophotodermatitis 161 Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE) 162 Erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP) SECTION 25: ANNULAR ARRANGEMENTS 163 Annular arrangement SECTION 26: LINEAR OR CURVILINEAR ARRANGEMENTS 164 Linear or curvilinear arrangement

 

Paediatric Dermatology is an indispensable and highly-accessible practical guide for all healthcare professionals faced with the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of children with skin diseases. The second edition has been fully revised and updated to take into account new advances in therapies including biologics and genetics, and emerging problems such as rashes associated with transplantation and immunosuppression.

Divided into 39 comprehensive chapters written by experts in both dermatology and paediatrics, the book is organised according to presentation and body site rather than diagnosis, making it ideal for quick reference in the clinical setting, as well as general study.

It contains over 325 full-colour, high-quality clinical photographs of skin conditions, as well as simple algorithms to aid diagnosis of common presentations such as itchy red rashes, blistering disorders, bruising, and nail disorders. Features of more rare dermatological conditions are listed under the relevant clinical signs for easy reference and to aid diagnosis. Advice is given on when to refer to a dermatologist, while short descriptions of approved treatment modalities are given where appropriate.

Section 1: Basics of dermatology
1: Structure and function of the skin
2: The dermatological consultation
3: Dermatological treatments
4: Patterns, shapes, and distribution in skin disease
5: Endocrine dysfunction and the skin
6: Faltering growth and the skin
Section 2: Neonatal
7: Neonatal skin problems
8: Vascular birthmarks
Section 3: Diagnosis by body distribution
9: Skin problems of the face, nose, eyelids, and ears
10: Oral problems
11: Trunk and flexures
12: Hands, feet, and limbs
13: Genital skin disorders
14: Hair and scalp disorders
15: Nail changes
16: Photosensitivity
Section 4: Rashes
17: Eczema and related itchy rashes
18: Acne and acneiform rashes
19: Pustular rashes
20: Papular rashes
21: Urticarial and urticarial-like rashes
22: Psoriasis, red rashes and erythroderma
23: Cutaneous drug reactions
24: Abuse and self-inflicted disease
Section 5: Textural skin changes
25: Blisters
26: Crusts, scabs, and eschars
27: Dry skin disorders
28: Lumps and bumps
29: Changes in skin thickness and elasticity
30: Ulceration of the skin
Section 6: Discolouration of the skin
31: Purple colouration
32: White colouration
33: Brown colouration
34: Moles (melanocytic naevi)
35: Blue, grey, and black colouration
36: Red colouration
37: Yellow or orange colouration
Section 7: Rashes in rheumatology and transplant patients
38: Skin changes associated with rheumatological disease
39: Rashes associated with transplantations

 

Description: Here’s your completely portable, uniquely convenient diagnostic tool to compare potential diagnoses visually, side by side. Each card in this deck includes full-color images and information about a particular diagnosis, as well as cross references (DDx refs) to other potential diagnoses. It’s the perfect pocket-sized reference for front-line dermatologic diagnosis.
Table Of Contents:
Section 1 TOPICAL THERAPY 1 Basic principles of treatment 2 Topical corticosteroids Section 2 ECZEMA 3 Acute eczematous inflammation 4 Rhus dermatitis (poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac) 5 Subacute eczematous inflammation 6 Chronic eczematous inflammation 7 Lichen simplex chronicus 8 Hand eczema 9 Asteatotic eczema 10 Chapped, fissured feet 11 Allergic contact dermatitis 12 Irritant contact dermatitis 13 Fingertip eczema 14 Keratolysis exfoliativa 15 Nummular eczema 16 Pompholyx 17 Prurigo nodularis 18 Stasis dermatitis 19 Venous leg ulcers 20 Atopic dermatitis 21 Autosomal dominant ichthyosis vulgaris 22 Keratosis pilaris 23 Pityriasis alba Section 3 URTICARIA 24 Acute urticaria 25 Chronic urticaria 26 Physical urticaria 27 Angioedema 28 Mastocytosis (urticaria pigmentosa) 29 Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy Section 4 ACNE, ROSACEA, AND RELATED DISORDERS 30 Comedonal acne 31 Pustular acne 32 Cystic acne 33 Perioral dermatitis 34 Rosacea (acne rosacea) 35 Hidradenitis suppurativa Section 5 PSORIASIS AND OTHER PAPULOSQUAMOUS DISEASES 36 Psoriasis: hands and feet 37 Psoriasis: lesions 38 Psoriasis: nails 39 Psoriasis: special forms 40 Seborrheic dermatitis 41 Grover disease (transient acantholytic dermatosis) 42 Pityriasis rosea 43 Lichen planus 44 Lichen sclerosus 45 Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta Section 6 BACTERIAL INFECTIONS 46 Impetigo 47 Cellulitis 48 Folliculitis 49 Pseudofolliculitis barbae 50 Furuncles and carbuncles 51 Pseudomonas folliculitis 52 Otitis externa Section 7 SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS 53 Syphilis 54 Chancroid 55 Genital warts 56 Genital herpes simplex 57 Pubic lice 58 Molluscum contagiosum Section 8 VIRAL INFECTIONS 59 Warts (verruca vulgaris) 60 Flat warts 61 Plantar warts 62 Molluscum contagiosum 63 Herpes simplex (cold sores, fever blisters) 64 Varicella (chicken pox) 65 Herpes zoster (shingles) 66 Hand, foot, and mouth disease Section 9 FUNGAL INFECTIONS 67 Candidiasis (moniliasis) 68 Candidal balanitis 69 Candidiasis (diaper dermatitis) 70 Candidiasis of large skin folds (candidal intertrigo) 71 Tinea versicolor 72 Tinea of the nails 73 Angular cheilitis 74 Cutaneous fungal infections (tinea) 75 Tinea of the foot 76 Tinea of the groin 77 Tinea of the body 78 Tinea of the hand 79 Tinea incognito 80 Tinea of the scalp 81 Tinea of the beard Section 10 EXANTHEMS AND DRUG REACTIONS 82 Non-specific viral rash 83 Erythema infectiosum 84 Cutaneous drug eruptions Section 11 HYPERSENSITIVITY SYNDROMES AND VASCULITIS 85 Erythema multiforme 86 Stevens–Johnson syndrome 87 Erythema nodosum 88 Cutaneous small vessel vasculitis (hypersensitivity vasculitis) 89 Henoch–Schönlein purpura 90 Schamberg disease (Schamberg purpura) 91 Sweet syndrome Section 12 INFESTATIONS AND BITES 92 Scabies 93 Head lice (pediculosis) 94 Bee and wasp stings 95 Lyme disease 96 Rocky Mountain spotted fever 97 Flea bites 98 Cutaneous larva migrans Section 13 VESICULAR AND BULLOUS DISEASES 99 Dermatitis herpetiformis 100 Pemphigus vulgaris 101 Pemphigus foliaceus 102 Bullous pemphigoid Section 14 CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASES 103 Chronic cutaneous lupus 104 Acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus 105 Dermatomyositis 106 Scleroderma 107 Morphea Section 15 LIGHT-RELATED DISEASES AND DISORDERS OF PIGMENTATION 108 Sun-damaged skin, photoaging 109 Polymorphous light eruption 110 Porphyria cutanea tarda 111 Vitiligo 112 Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis 113 Lentigo, juvenile lentigo, solar lentigo 114 Melasma (chloasma, mask of pregnancy) Section 16 BENIGN SKIN TUMORS 115 Seborrheic keratosis 116 Skin tags 117 Dermatofibroma 118 Keloids and hypertrophic scars 119 Keratoacanthoma 120 Nevus sebaceus 121 Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis 122 Epidermal cyst 123 Pilar cyst 124 Sebaceous hyperplasia 125 Syringomas Section 17 PREMALIGNANT AND MALIGNANT NON-MELANOMA SKIN TUMORS 126 Basal cell carcinoma 127 Actinic keratosis 128 Squamous cell carcinoma 129 Bowen disease 130 Leukoplakia 131 Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma 132 Paget disease of the breast 133 Extramammary Paget disease 134 Cutaneous metastasis Section 18 NEVI AND MALIGNANT MELANOMA 135 Nevi, melanocytic nevi, moles 136 Atypical mole syndrome (dysplastic nevus syndrome) 137 Malignant melanoma, lentigo maligna 138 Melanoma mimics 139 Congenital melanocytic nevi Section 19 VASCULAR TUMORS AND MALFORMATIONS 140 Hemangiomas of infancy 141 Vascular malformations 142 Cherry angioma 143 Angiokeratoma 144 Venous lake 145 Pyogenic granuloma 146 Kaposi sarcoma 147 Telangiectasias 148 Spider angioma (nevus araneus) Section 20 HAIR AND NAIL DISEASES 149 Androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) 150 Androgenic alopecia in women (female pattern hair loss) 151 Alopecia areata 152 Trichotillomania 153 Fungal nail infections 154 Nail Diseases: a. Psoriasis b. Paronychia, Pseudomas, infection, white spots or bands c. Ridging and beading, habit tic deformity, onycholysis d. Digital Mucous cyst, nevi and melanoma, hematoma Section 21 NEONATAL DISEASE 155 Erythema toxicum neonatorum 156 Miliaria 157 Cutis marmorata Section 22 CUTANEOUS MANIFESTATIONS OF INTERNAL DISEASE 158 Acquired cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes 159 Inherited cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes 160 Acanthosis nigricans 161 Neurofibromatosis 162 Tuberous sclerosis 163 Granuloma annulare 164 Necrobiosis lipoidica 165 Pyoderma gangrenosum 166 Lasers in Dermatology 167 Leishmaniasis 168 Leprosy (Hansen disease)

 

The best-selling text has been completely revised and revitalised in this fifth edition, with the authors once again encouraging general practitioners, medical students, general physicians and early stage dermatology specialist trainees and interns to relish the unique challenge of diagnosing and treating skin conditions. Clinical Dermatology, 5th edition contains over 400 high quality pictures and diagrams combined with colourful phrases to illustrate and entertain as it teaches. The book has established a reputation as a ‘way of learning’ and as an accessible guide to the subject for the aspiring specialist. Readers are guided through the maze that too often lies between the presenting skin complaint and its final diagnosis and treatment. The authors have skilfully crafted an easily read text with enough detail to clarify the subject, but not enough to obscure it. This fifth edition contains new chapters on non-invasive physical treatment and dermoscopy, and new material on cosmetic dermatology, surgical dermatology, the skin and the psyche, and dermatoses of non-Caucasian skin.

 

Description:

Dermoscopy: The Essentials presents the practical guidance you need to master this highly effective, more economical, and less invasive alternative to biopsy. Drs. Peter Soyer, Giuseppe Argenziano, Rainer Hofmann-Wellenhof, and Iris Zalaudek explain all aspects of performing dermoscopy and interpreting results. With approximately 30% new clinical and dermoscopic images, valuable pearls and checklists, and online access to the fully searchable and downloadable text, you’ll have everything you need to diagnose earlier and more accurately.

• Avoid diagnostic pitfalls through pearls that explain how to accurately use dermoscopy and highlight common mistakes.
• Master all aspects of performing dermoscopy and interpreting the results with easy-to-use "traffic light" systems and checklists for quick and effective learning.
• Gain a better visual understanding with approximately 30% new clinical and dermoscopic images that depict the appearance of benign and malignant lesions and feature arrows and labels to highlight important manifestations.
• Get better diagnostic results for less by learning how to successfully perform dermoscopy with this portable, to-the-point resource.

 

1.    Table of Contents

2.    Copyright

3.    Preface to the Third Edition

4.    Acknowledgements

5.    1. Introduction: The 3-point checklist: The short, easy way to avoid missing a melanoma using dermoscopy

6.    Technique

7.    The 3-point checklist

8.    2. Pattern analysis: Dermoscopic criteria for specific diagnoses

9.    Four global dermoscopic patterns for melanocytic nevi

10. Diagnosis of melanoma using five melanoma-specific criteria

11. Diagnosis of facial melanoma using four site-specific melanoma-specific criteria

12. Four patterns for acral melanocytic lesions

13. Six criteria for diagnosing non-melanocytic lesions

14. 3. Common clinical scenarios: Side-by-side comparisons of similar-appearing lesions that are benign or malignant

15. Introduction

16. Pediatric scenario

17. Black lesions

18. Inkspot lentigo

19. Blue lesions

20. Reticular lesions

21. Spitzoid lesions

22. Special nevi

23. Multiple Clark (dysplastic) nevi

24. Follow-up of melanocytic lesions

25. Lesions with regression

26. Flat lesions on the face

27. Nodular lesions on the face

28. Acral lesions

29. Pigmented lesions of the nails

30. Mucosal lesions

31. Differential diagnostic value of blood vessels

32. Amelanotic and partially pigmented melanoma

33. Dermoscopy tests

34. Further reading

35. Index

 

 

 

 

Description: A brand-new title in the field of dermatology, Therapy for Severe Psoriasis provides the ultimate coverage of the treatment options available for today's most serious cases, including biologics and oral therapies. It features discussions of the newest drug therapies, recent FDA-approved biosimilars, and combination approaches to care, while an overview chapter was designed to aid those new to the field in understanding the nuances of difficult-to-treat subtypes of psoriasis. Comprehensive and focused, Therapy for Severe Psoriasis will be a welcome addition to the library of any dermatologist seeking in-depth information on the challenges of this condition.

Features:

Each of the 16 chapters includes either an in-depth focus on a single therapy or an overview of a unique aspect of psoriasis, including: UVB therapy, methotrexate, acitretin, cyclosporine, apremilast, etanercept, infliximab, adalimumab, ustekinumab, secukinumab, and ixekizumab. Takes an evidence-based approach to hard-to-treat severe psoriasis. Discusses the newest drug therapies (such as ixekizumab), plus recent FDA-approved biosimilars, a topic unique to this particular psoriasis text. Presents combination approaches for instances when standard treatments are not successful. Includes an overview chapter to help beginners understand the nuances of the disorder. Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, images, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

 

This book is a comprehensive guide to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery for surgeons and trainees. Divided into five sections, the text begins with an overview of basic techniques, analgesia and conscious sedation, and legal and psychosocial issues. The next section covers rhinoplasty, both aesthetic and medical, and section three discusses various aesthetic facial surgery procedures including browplasty, liposuction and scar revision. The following section examines non-surgical procedures such as chemical peels, Botox and fillers, and the book concludes with a section on reconstructive surgery including Mohs surgery, local flaps and grafts, cleft lip and palate, and craniomaxillofacial trauma. A question bank of more than 1000 questions and answers is included to assist revision and exam preparation. Authored by recognised experts from Canada and the USA, chapters feature multiple images and diagrams, as well as key points boxes for quick reference. Key points Comprehensive guide to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery Covers basic techniques, rhinoplasty, aesthetic facial surgery, non-surgical procedures, and reconstructive surgery Features a question bank of more than 1000 questions and answers Recognised author team from Canada and USA

 

 

 

The new edition of a concise yet thorough illustrated review of the diagnosis and treatment of many forms of psoriasis now includes the many new therapies available and in development, as well as more material on psoriasis as a systemic disease and on comorbidities. This will be of interest to all dermatologists in training and practice, as well as primary care physicians.

Test your dermatology knowledge and prepare to ace your exams with Self-Assessment in Dermatology: Questions and Answers. This all-new review resource follows the American Board of Dermatology exam blueprint, providing authoritative, up-to-date information on every aspect of the field. Seven practice tests have been carefully tailored for effective exam review by Yale authors who have had recent experience and success with the exam. Tests your knowledge with 560 questions and answers, both in print and online. All questions correspond to the blueprint of the ABD primary certification exam. Covers all topics you can expect to see on the boards, including general dermatology, pediatric dermatology, surgery/cosmetics, pathology, and science/research. Provides focused explanations for both correct and incorrect answers. Includes single best answer questions, case vignettes, and follow-up questions. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Description:

Now thoroughly revised to reflect state-of-the-art advances in the field, Botulinum Toxin in Facial Rejuvenation, 2nd Edition, covers the entire range of the use of botulinum toxin for cosmetic purposes. Dr. Kate Coleman offers practical guidance for safe handling, selection and assessment of patients, potential complications and pitfalls, and aesthetic techniques, as well as comparative modalities and long-term management. This is an ideal resource for anyone who offers this sought-after procedure, including cosmetic surgeons, oculoplastic surgeons, dermatologists, physician’s assistants, and registered nurses.

• Features new, unique coverage of long-term management, picturing the same original patients 15 years later, as well as observations on how treatments should be adjusted as the patient gets older in order to respond to natural changes in bone density and underlying support structures.
• Presents new knowledge on neuromodulation and how treatment can be used to ‘retrain’ expressions to provide fewer frowns lines and better facial symmetry.
• Offers comparative information on other modalities such as laser and hyaluronic acid, as well as potential risk factors, so you can choose the best procedure for each patient.
• Discusses the various forms of botulinum toxin currently available on the market, with an emphasis on Botox, Xeomin, and Dysport.
• Uses full-color clinical photos of pre-, peri-, and post-operative results to illustrate nuances of techniques as well as the effectiveness of botulinum toxin on wrinkles and scars for the major facial areas.
• Provides current guidelines on treatment methods and best practices for reconstitution and storage.
• Discusses which patients may be at risk for adverse effects―or "worsening results"―and offers suitable alternatives.

 

 

1.    Table of Contents

2.    Copyright

3.    Foreword to the First Edition 2003

4.    Appreciation

5.    Introduction

6.    1.  Historical background

7.    Abstract

8.    Keywords

9.    2.  Botulinum toxin: Mode of action and serotypes

10. Abstract

11. Keywords

12. Muscular contraction: Normal cholinergic transmission (fig. 2.2)

13. Mode of action of botulinum toxin (fig. 2.3)

14. Serotypes

15. 3.  Clinical indications and use

16. Abstract

17. Keywords

18. Concentrations

19. Onset of effect

20. Diffusion and duration

21. Economics

22. 4.  Patient preparation and injection skills

23. Abstract

24. Keywords

25. Presentation

26. Reconstitution

27. Injection

28. Transport

29. Aspiration

30. Injection technique

31. Skill development

32. Patient skills

33. Patient preparation

34. Dosage

35. Patient treatment

36. Post injection

37. Time

38. 5.  Patient selection: The art of understanding neuromodulation and symmetry

39. Abstract

40. Keywords

41. Resting tone

42. Voluntary and involuntary movement

43. Botulinum toxin as a powerful neuromodulator

44. Seeing skills

45. Control of botulinum toxin-a placement

46. 6.  The art of patient selection and short- and long-term management

47. Abstract

48. Keywords

49. How to identify suitable patients

50. Selection process

51. Initial physical assessment: Age and skin condition

52. 7.  Contraindications and complications

53. Abstract

54. Keywords

55. Absolute contraindications

56. Relative contraindications

57. Patient complaints

58. Side effects

59. 8.  Management of crow’s feet

60. Abstract

61. Keywords

62. Patient examination

63. What to look for when examining a patient

64. Side effects of botulinum toxin treatment for crow’s feet

65. Method of treatment

66. 9.  Management of forehead wrinkles

67. Abstract

68. Keywords

69. Anatomy of frown muscles

70. Examination of brow/forehead rhytids

71. Brow examination

72. Principles of forehead rhytid treatment (see fig. 9.26)

73. Recommended treatment of forehead wrinkles (see tables 3.4 and 3.5)

74. Basic glabellar treatment (fig. 9.17)

75. Advanced glabellar treatment

76. Important considerations for glabellar treatment

77. Basic frontalis treatment

78. Different types of rhytids may be treated as follows:

79. 10.  Treatment of the perioral region, the neck and scars

80. Abstract

81. Key words

82. Ageing of the perioral region and neck

83. Treatment

84. Perioral indications

85. Corner of mouth

86. Botulinum toxin to the neck

87. Botulinum toxin for scars

88. Décolleté

89. 11.  Other solutions

90. Abstract

91. Key words

92. Introduction

93. Hyaluronic acid and other fillers

94. Indications

95. Patient preparation

96. Nasolabial folds

97. Marionette lines

98. Glabellar crease

99. The upper lip

100.              Scars

101.              Crow’s feet

102.              The chin

103.              Cheeks

104.              Laser resurfacing

105.              Upper lid blepharoplasty

106.              Lower lid blepharoplasty

107.              Combination treatments

108.              Lips

109.              Frown

110.              Face

111.              Rejuvenation of the skin

112.              Nonablative collagen stimulation

 

 

Dermatology clinics are extremely fast-paced, and while the internet is useful, online resources can slow clinics down as it can often take lengthy amounts of time to obtain meaningful information.  Recognizing this problem, Dr. Vashi has developed, over the course of several years, a practical guide targeted towards practicing dermatologists, resident physicians, medical students, family practitioners, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The Dermatology Handbook provides clinical information and quick solutions to common problems typically faced by dermatologists in a user-friendly and meaningful way. Designed to fit into a coat pocket, the content is presented as bulleted lists, along with tables and algorithms to allow busy clinicians to find the information they need rapidly. Featuring fill in the blank pages for users to personalize, this handbook is at once both comprehensive and succinct. Chapters include sections on the most common dermatologic complaints, differential diagnoses, laboratory techniques, dermoscopy, dermatologic emergencies, commonly used medications, pediatrics, surgery basics, and cosmetic pearls. Drug tables, guidelines, and algorithms for history taking and treatment approach also work to provide the reader with efficient usability.

 

·  1. The Basics: Skin Types, Definitions, and Differentials

·  2. Dermoscopy Basics

·  3. Diagnosing Bedside: Common Laboratory Techniques

·  4. An approach to Dermatopathology: Immunohistochemical and special stains

·  5. Dermatologic Emergencies

·  6. Common Skin Diseases: Quick Reference

·  7. Guidelines from the Academy

·  8. Commonly Used Drugs and Medication Guidelines

·  9. Pediatric Dermatology Practical Approaches and Prescribing Tips

·  10. Dermatologic Surgery

·  11. Cosmetic Pearls

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by John E. Harris, MD, PhD, is devoted to Vitiligo. Articles in this timely issue include: History of Vitiligo Management; Quality of Life/Burden of Disease; Comorbidities/Systemic Effects; Skin Cancer Risk (NMSC/Melanoma); Presentations, Signs of Activity, Differential Diagnosis; Segmental Vitiligo; Chemical-Induced Vitiligo; Medical Therapy and Maintenance of Vitiligo; Phototherapy and Combination Therapies for Vitiligo; Surgical Therapy; Depigmentation Therapy; Special Considerations in Children with Vitiligo; Role of Diet and Supplements in Vitiligo Management; Genetics; Pathogenesis and Emerging Treatments; and Repigmentation/Melanocyte Regeneration in Vitiligo.

Learn dermoscopy with this full-color, case-based self-assessment guide With 436 clinical and dermoscopic images and 218 progressively more difficult cases commonly encountered in general dermatologic practice, Dermoscopy: An Illustrated Self-Assessment Guide offers a unique checklist methodology for learning how to use dermosocpy to diagnose benign and malignant pigmented and non-pigmented skin lesions. Each high-quality, full-color clinical and dermoscopic image is presented with short history. Every case is followed by multiple-choice questions and three check boxes to test your knowledge of risk, diagnosis, and disposition. Turn the page, and the answers to the questions are provided in an easy-to-remember manner which includes the dermoscopic images being sown again. Circles, stars, boxes, and arrows appear in the image pointing out the important criteria of each case. FEATURES: • Cases involving the scalp, face, nose, ears, trunk and extremities, palms, soles, nails, and genitalia – many new to this edition • The concepts of clinic-dermoscopic correlation, dermoscopic-pathologic correlation, and dermoscopic differential diagnosis are employed throughout • Each case includes a discussion of all of its salient features in a quick-read outline style and ends with a series of dermoscopic and/or clinical pearls based on the authors’ years of experience • Key dermoscopic principles are re-emphasized throughout the book to enhance your understanding and assimilation of the teaching points • Two new chapters on trichoscopy and dermoscopy in general medicine • Updated material on pediatric melanoma, desmoplastic melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, invasive squamous cell carcinoma, and nevi and melanoma associated with decorative tattoos.

Table of Contents:

1. Dermoscopy from A to Z
2. Scalp, Face, Nose, and Ears
3. Trunk and Extremities
4. Palms, Soles, Nails
5. Genitalia

 

All dermatologists and family physicians will want to have access to this text as an invaluable guide to the current practice of Dermoscopy, a quick and painless method of examining a patient's skin, hair, or nails, that has extended beyond screening for skin cancer to becoming a useful tool for quick diagnosis of a number of conditions and monitoring their treatment. 

Key Features:

·        features use of dermoscopy in a comprehensive range of conditions

·        features a wealth of illustrative dermoscopic images

·        presents material in a practical ratio of images to text

·  1. Introduction to Dermatoscopy

·  1.1 Device

·  1.2 Basic Parameters

·  1.2.1 Colors

·  1.2.2 Basic Structures

·  1.3 Light Modes

·  Bibliography

·  2. Nevi

·  2.1 Common Nevi

·  2.1.1 Nevi of Trunk and Extremities

·  2.1.2 Scalp Nevi

·  2.1.3 Facial Nevi

·  2.1.4 Acral Nevi

·  2.1.5 Subungual Nevi

·  2.1.6 Mucosal Nevi

·  2.2 Spitz and Reed Nevi

·  2.2.1 Vessels and White Network (Nonpigmented Spitz Nevus)

·  2.2.2 Globules and White Network (Pigmented Spitz Nevus)

·  2.2.3 Starburst Pattern (Reed Nevus)

·  2.3 Blue Nevi

·  2.4 Special Nevus Types

·  2.4.1 Traumatized Nevus (Targetoid Hemosiderotic Nevus)

·  2.4.2 Eczematous Nevus (Meyerson Nevus)

·  2.4.3 Halo Nevus (Sutton Nevus)

·  2.4.4 Balloon Cell Nevus

·  2.4.5 Sclerosing Nevus (with Pseudomelanoma Features)

·  2.4.6 Recurrent Nevus

·  Bibliography

·  3. Melanoma

·  3.1 Conventional Melanoma

·  3.1.1 Melanoma of the Trunk and the Extremities

·  3.1.2 Facial Melanoma

·  3.1.3 Acral Melanoma

·  3.1.4 Subungual Melanoma

·  3.1.5 Mucosal Melanoma

·  3.2 Nodular Melanoma

·  3.3 Amelanotic Melanoma

·  Bibliography

·  4. Benign Nonmelanocytic Skin Tumors

·  4.1 Epithelial Skin Tumors

·  4.1.1 Solar Lentigo

·  4.1.2 Ink-Spot Lentigo

·  4.1.3 Seborrheic Keratosis

·  4.1.4 Lichen Planus–Like Keratosis

·  4.2 Vascular Tumors

·  4.2.1 Cherry Angioma

·  4.2.2 Angiokeratoma

·  4.2.3 Pyogenic Granuloma

·  4.2.4 Subcorneal and Subungual Hemorrhage

·  4.3 Tumors of the Fibrous Tissue

·  4.3.1 Dermatofibroma

·  4.4 Common Adnexal Tumors

·  4.4.1 Sebaceous Hyperplasia

·  4.4.2 Eccrine Poroma

·  4.5 Clear Cell Acanthoma

·  Bibliography

·  5. Malignant Nonmelanocytic Tumors

·  5.1 Basal Cell Carcinoma

·  5.1.1 Dermatoscopy and Histopathologic Subtype

·  5.1.2 Dermatoscopy and Response to Treatment

·  5.2 Keratinocyte Skin Cancer

·  5.2.1 Actinic Keratosis

·  5.2.2 Intraepidermal Carcinoma or Bowen’s Disease

·  5.2.3 Squamous Cell Carcinoma

·  5.2.4 Dermatoscopic Model of the Progression from Actinic Keratosis into Squamous Cell Carcinoma

·  5.3 Basosquamous Carcinoma

·  5.4 Merkel Cell Carcinoma

·  5.5 Atypical Fibroxanthoma and Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma

·  5.6 Malignant Vascular Tumors

·  5.6.1 Kaposi Sarcoma

·  5.6.2 Angiosarcoma

·  Bibliography

·  6. Inflammatory Skin Diseases

·  6.1 Psoriasis

·  6.2 Dermatitis

·  6.3 Lichen Planus

·  6.4 Pityriasis Rosea

·  6.5 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus

·  6.6 Lichen Sclerosus and Morphea

·  6.7 Granulomatous Skin Diseases

·  6.7.1 Sarcoidosis and Lupus Vulgaris

·  6.7.2 Necrobiosis Lipoidica and Granuloma Annulare

·  6.8 Rosacea

·  6.9 Porokeratosis

·  6.10 Urticaria and Urticarial Vasculitis

·  6.11 Mastocytosis

·  6.12 Pigmented Purpuric Dermatoses

·  6.13 Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris

·  6.14 Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta

·  6.15 Prurigo Nodularis

·  6.16 Acquired Perforating Dermatoses

·  6.17 Grover’s Disease and Darier Disease

·  6.18 Mycosis Fungoides

·  6.19 Lymphomatoid Papulosis

·  Bibliography

·  7. Infectious Skin Diseases

·  7.1 Parasitoses

·  7.1.1 Scabies

·  7.1.2 Pediculosis

·  7.2 Viral Infections

·  7.2.1 Molluscum Contagiosum

·  7.2.2 Human Papillomavirus Infections

·  7.3 Other Infections

·  7.3.1 Tick Bites

·  7.3.2 Demodicosis

·  7.3.3 Leishmaniasis

·  7.3.4 Tinea Corporis

·  Bibliography

·  8. Trichoscopy

·  8.1 Noncicatricial Alopecias

·  8.1.1 Androgenetic Alopecia (Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss)

·  8.1.2 Alopecia Areata

·  8.1.3 Trichotillomania

·  8.1.4 Tinea Capitis

·  8.2 Primary Cicatricial Alopecias

·  8.2.1 Lichen Planopilaris

·  8.2.2 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus

·  8.2.3 Folliculitis Decalvans

·  8.2.4 Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp

·  8.3 Trichoscopy in Children

·  8.3.1 Temporal Triangular Alopecia

·  8.3.2 Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome

·  8.3.3 Aplasia Cutis

·  8.4 Hair Shaft Deformities

·  8.4.1 Monilethrix

·  8.4.2 Pseudomonilethrix or Pohl-Pinkus Constrictions

·  8.4.3 Trichorrhexis Nodosa

·  8.4.4 Trichorrhexis Invaginata

·  8.4.5 Trichoptilosis

·  8.4.6 Trichoschisis

·  8.4.7 Pili Torti

·  8.4.8 Pili Annulati

·  Bibliography

·  9. Special Clinical Scenarios

·  9.1 Pigmented Macules on the Face

·  9.2 Diagnosis and Management of Spitzoid-Looking Lesions

·  9.3 Management of Patients with Multiple Common Nevi and/or Clinically Atypical Nevi

·  9.4 Seven Rules to Not Miss Melanoma

Description: This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Drs.Steven Feldman and Leah A. Cardwell, is devoted to Rosacea. Articles in this issue include: Rosacea Pathogenesis; Genetic Predisposition to Rosacea; Epidemiology of Rosacea and Severity in the Population; Psychosocial Burden and Other Impacts of Rosacea of Patients’ Quality of Life; Comorbidities of Rosacea; Rosacea Triggers, Alcohol and Smoking; Clinical Presentation/Classification of Rosacea and Variation in Different Fitzpatrick Skin Types; Rosacea Treatment Review; Medical Management of Facial Redness in Rosacea; Procedural Treatments for Rosacea; Ocular Rosacea; Rosacea Treatment Cost; and Coping with Rosacea.
Table Of Contents:
Rosacea - Table of Contents Preface: Complexities of Rosacea Rosacea Pathogenesis Genetic Predisposition to Rosacea Validity and Reliability of a Rosacea Self-Assessment Tool Measurement of Disease Severity in a Population of Rosacea Patients Psychosocial Burden and Other Impacts of Rosacea on Patients’ Quality of Life Rosacea Comorbidities Rosacea Triggers: Alcohol and Smoking Evaluating and Optimizing the Diagnosis of Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea A Review of the Current Modalities for the Treatment of Papulopustular Rosacea Medical Management of Facial Redness in Rosacea Revisiting Rosacea Criteria: Where Have We Been, Where Are We Going, and How Will We Get There? Patient Costs Associated with Rosacea Coping Mechanisms and Resources for Patients Suffering from Rosacea

 

Description: This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, Guest Edited by Dr. Kenneth Tomecki, is devoted to Hot Topics in Dermatology. Experts across the field of dermatology come together to address recent advancements the practicing dermatologist needs to know. Articles within this issue will cover topics including: Cosmeceuticals; Acne; Alopecia; Atopic Dermatitis; Biologics and Psoriasis; Melanoma; Cosmetic Surgery; Contact Dermatitis; Connective Tissue Disease; Co-Morbidities in Dermatology; and Viral Diseases, such as Dengue, Chickungunya, and Zika.
Table Of Contents:
1. Cosmeceuticals: What’s Real, What’s Not 2. Acne: What’s New 3. Atopic Dermatitis: New Developments 4. Biologics and Psoriasis: the Beat Goes On 5. Melanoma Update 6. What’s New in Cosmetic Surgery 7. Contact Dermatitis: Emerging Trends 8. Connective Tissue Disease: Current Concepts 9. Co-Morbidities in Dermatology: What’s Real, What’s Not 10. Going Viral 2018: Dengue, Chickungunya, Zika 11. Skin Cancer as a Complication of Immunosuppression 12. Granulomatous Diseases

 

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, Guest Edited by Dr. Neil S. Sadick, is devoted to Cosmetic Dermatology for Men. Articles in this outstanding and timely issue include: The Pathophysiology of the Male Aging Face and Body; Cosmetic Concerns Amongst Men; Cosmetic Concerns Amongst Ethnic Men; Cosmeceuticals for Male Skin Rejuvenation; Energy-based Devices in Male Skin Rejuvenation; The Use of Neurotoxins in the Male Face; Volumetric Structural Rejuvenation for the Male Face; Body Contouring in Men: Upper and Lower Body; Recent Advances in Hair Transplantation; New Generation Therapies for the Treatment of Hair Loss in Men; Combination Therapies for Male Body Rejuvenation; and Liposuction Considerations in Men.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Elizabeth A. Buzney, MD, is devoted to Phototherapy. Articles in this important issue include: Nuts and Bolts: Optimizing Narrowband UVB Phototherapy Regimens for Psoriasis; The (Lost) Art of Managing PUVA Phototherapy; Distinguishing Myth from Fact: Photocarcinogenesis and Phototherapy; How Does It Work: The Immunology underlying Phototherapy; Phototherapy for Vitiligo; Phototherapy in Skin of Color; Phototesting Protocols and Interpretation and Managing Photodermatoses with Phototherapy; Utilizing UVA-1 Phototherapy; Using Phototherapy in the Pediatric Population; Home Phototherapy; Phototherapy for Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma; Creating and Managing a Phototherapy Center; Phototherapy for Itch; Beyond the Booth: Excimer Laser for Cutaneous Conditions; and Feeling the Burn: Phototoxicity and Photoallergy.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Dr. John J. DiGiovanna, is devoted to Skin Science Contributions in Clinical Dermatology. Articles in this issue include Mosaic mTORopathies; CYLD: Cause and Therapeutic Target for Cylindromas; Current Status of Dedicator of Cytokinesis (DOCK), DOCK8, DOCK2; IL-22 relation to Tumor Aggression and Role of Cyclosporine; Dual Lineage of Dermal Fibroblasts and Potential for Scar Correction, Reformation of Adnexal Structures; Inflammasome Instigated Autoinflammatory Disorders; Pigment Cell Biology; Antimicrobial Peptides; and Choosing Friend or Foe? Commensal-specific tolerance.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Lindsay C. Strowd of Wake Forest Baptist Health, is devoted to the Intersection of Dermatology and Oncology. This issue focuses on Melanoma, Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer, Cutaneous Lymphoma, Other Cutaneous Malignancies, Special Topics in Skin Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment, Dermatology in the Diagnosis of Non-cutaneous Malignancy, Dermatology in the Management of Non-cutaneous Malignancy, and Genodermatoses with Neoplastic Behavior. Articles in this issue include: Update on current treatment recommendations for primary cutaneous melanoma; Nonsurgical treatments for advanced melanoma; Update on current treatment recommendations for NMSC; Nonsurgical treatments for NMSC; Diagnosis and management of CBCL; Diagnosis and management of CTCL; Lymphomatoid papulosis and other lymphoma-like diseases (PLC, PLEVA, CD30+ disease); Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans updates; Merkel cell carcinoma updates; Kaposi sarcoma updates; Skin cancer in skin of color patients; Skin cancer detection technology; Paraneoplastic diseases; Cutaneous metastases of internal tumors; Cutaneous side effects of chemotherapy agents; GVHD treatment updates; Phakomatoses (NF, TS); and Hereditary tumor syndromes with skin involvement (Gorlins, Lynch, XP, etc.).

Description:

Trusted by generations of medical students, residents, and non-specialist practitioners, Sauer’s Manual of Skin Diseases continues the tradition of excellence in the fully updated 11th Edition. This bestselling dermatology manual provides full-color photographs, step-by-step instructions, and easy-to-follow algorithms for diagnosis and treatment of all common skin conditions.  The practical, user-friendly format consists of two distinct parts: the first part covers the diagnosis and management of the most commonly seen skin diseases.  The second part is a comprehensive Dictionary-Index to the entire field of dermatology, including rare diseases and unusual dermatologic terms.

 

Table of Contents:

 

SECTION I: FUNDAMENTALS OF DERMATOLOGY

1 Structure of the Skin

2 Laboratory Procedures and Tests

3 Dermatologic Diagnosis

4 Dermatologic Therapy

5 Technologic Applications in Dermatology

6 Fundamentals of Cutaneous Surgery

7 Cosmetics for the Physician

8 Dermatologic Allergy

9 Drug Eruptions

10 Ulcer Management: Evaluation and Care

SECTION II: INFLAMMATORY SKIN DISEASES

11 Atopic Dermatitis

12 Pruritic Dermatoses

13 Vascular Dermatoses

14 Vasculitis

15 Seborrheic Dermatitis, Acne, and Rosacea

16 Psoriasis

17 Other Papulosquamous Dermatoses

18 Granulomatous Dermatoses

19 Urticaria

20 Dermatologic Parasitology

21 Bullous Dermatoses

22 Exfoliative Dermatitis

23 Psychodermatology

SECTION III: INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN THE SKIN

24 Dermatologic Bacteriology

25 Spirochetal Infections

26 Dermatologic Virology

27 Cutaneous Diseases Associated With Human Immunodeficiency Virus

28 Dermatologic Mycology

29 Sexually Transmitted Infections

SECTION IV: TUMORS OF THE SKIN

30 Tumors of the Skin

31 Common Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers

32 Melanoma

33 Vascular Tumors

34 Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma

SECTION V: STRUCTURES ASSOCIATED WITH THE SKIN

35 Diseases Affecting the Hair

36 Diseases Affecting the Nail Unit

37 Diseases of the Mucous Membranes

SECTION VI: SPECIALIZED DISEASE CATEGORIES

38 Skin Diseases in Ethnic Skin

39 Military Dermatology

40 Pigmentary Dermatoses

41 Autoimmune Connective Tissue Diseases

42 The Skin and Internal Disease

43 Dermatologic Reactions to Ultraviolet, Visible Light, and Infrared Radiation

44 Genodermatoses

45 Pediatric Dermatology

46 General Principles of Skin Aging

47 Obesity and Dermatology

48 Skin Disease in Transplant Patients

49 Cutaneous Manifestations of Child Abuse

50 Tropical Diseases of the Skin

51 Sports Medicine Dermatology

52 Cutaneous Signs of Bioterrorism

53 Dermatoses of Pregnancy

54 Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases and the Skin

55 Where to Look for More Information About a Skin Disease

Index

 

 

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Divya Srivastava and Rajiv Nijhawan of UT Southwestern Medical Center, is devoted to Cutaneous Oncology and Dermatologic Surgery. Articles in this important issue include: Squamous cell carcinoma: updates on staging and management; AFX/UPS: updates on classification and management; EMPD: updates on management; Merkel Cell Carcinoma: updates on staging and management; The management of skin cancer in the elderly; Topical and systemic modalities for chemoprevention; Medications that increase risk for skin cancer development; Dermatologic surgery in the pregnant or lactating patient; Optimizing patient safety in dermatologic surgery; Perioperative antibiotic use in dermatologic surgery; Post-operative pain management in dermatologic surgery; Novel skin substitutes and surgical dressings; Optimizing the patient experience and patient satisfaction in dermatologic surgery; Surgical and Non-invasive Modalities for Scar Revision; and Pearls for dermatologic surgery in pediatric patients.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Drs. Darrell S. Rigel and Aaron S. Farberg, is devoted to Non-Invasive Technologies for the Diagnosis of Skin Cancer. Articles in this issue include: Current state and issues of clinical inspection; Tele-dermatology applications in skin cancer diagnosis; Enhancing skin cancer diagnosis with dermoscopy; Mole Mapping for management of pigmented skin lesions; Temporal image comparison (Serial Imaging) in assessing pigmented lesions; Multispectral digital skin lesion imaging and analysis; Using reflectance confocal microscopy in skin cancer diagnosis; Optical Coherence Tomography in the diagnosis of skin cancer; Electrical impedance spectroscopy in skin cancer diagnosis; The use of Raman Spectroscopy to detect and diagnose skin cancer; Applying high frequency ultrasound in the diagnosis of skin cancer; Proteomic mass spectrometery imaging for skin cancer diagnosis; Assessing skin cancer using epidermal genetic information retrieved by tape stripping; Smartphone-based applications for skin monitoring and melanoma detection; Detection of aberrations in cellular DNA in diagnosis and assessment of skin cancer; Assessing genetic expression profiles in melanoma diagnosis; Assessing genetic expression profiles in melanoma prognosis; and Integrating skin cancer related technologies into clinical practice.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guested edited by Drs.Jonathan I. Silverberg and Nanette Silverberg, is devoted to Atopic Dermatitis. Articles in this outstanding issue include: How to Define Atopic Dermatitis; Public Health Burden and Epidemiology of Atopic Dermatitis; Long-term Course of Atopic Dermatitis; Allergic and Non-Allergic Comorbidities of Atopic Dermatitis; Patient-burden of Atopic Dermatitis; Assessment of Atopic Dermatitis Severity in Clinical Practice; An Update on the Pathophysiology of Atopic Dermatitis; Long-term Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis; Special Considerations for Management of Atopic Dermatitis in Young Children; Management of Adult Onset Atopic Dermatitis; Management of Atopic Hand Dermatitis; Adjunctive Management of Itch in Atopic Dermatitis; and Racial and Ethnic Differences of Atopic Dermatitis.

Learn to accurately diagnose, prevent and treat all three acnes using both traditional and novel approaches to understanding the causes and selecting the most effective treatments. Acne vulgaris is an extremely common condition. It is troublesome to manage, often persisting into middle age. Exact causes are becoming clear and include several hormonal stimulants, some triggered by the Western diet, and a pathogen ignored for decades. Acnes rosacea and inversa (hidradenitis suppurativa) are discussed from entirely new viewpoints.

Acne: Causes and Practical Management will provide readers at all levels with a practical, well-illustrated approach to fully understanding these disorders; a faster and more cost-effective management regimen and the rationales for their prevention. In full colour throughout and with over 200 excellent clinical images, key highlights include:
• Full coverage of all acne presentations – acne vulgaris, acne rosacea and acne inversa (hidradenitis suppurativa)
• An integrated view of the causes of the varied and overlapping acnes
• Preventive, novel and curative approaches to treatment
• Medical, surgical, and dietary components of management, fully integrated
• Highly practical focus on prevention, treatment and prophylaxis based on emerging pathogenetic concepts Brought to you by one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject, Acne: Causes and Practical Management will be a valuable re-education for the dermatologist and all those who treat or suffer from these three conditions.

Part of the practical and dynamic Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series, Soft Tissue Augmentation, 4th Edition, brings you up to speed with today's best uses of traditional and new fillers. This well-organized text provides current, authoritative guidance on new and novel non-permanent fillers, darker skin, platelet-rich plasma, the tower technique, and much more. The renowned author team of Drs. Alastair and Jean Carruthers offers evidence-based, procedural how-to's and step-by-step advice on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade, so you can successfully incorporate the latest procedures into your practice. Features a well-organized format with key points lists, pearls, and case studies as they appear in practice. Expert ConsultT eBook version included with purchase, which allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices Contains new information on the Emervel� family, safe fat transplantation, permanent fillers, temple reflation, neck and chest, vascular compromise, and the tower technique of filler injection. Splits chapters into separate sections on different types of fillers for ease of reference, and includes a new section on complications. Includes many new images and procedural videos that depict exactly how to perform the techniques.

Part of the practical and dynamic Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series, Lasers and Lights, 4th Edition, brings you up to speed with today's best methods for using laser light to treat skin disorders. This well-organized text by Drs. George J. Hruza and Elizabeth L. Tanzi provides current, authoritative guidance on popular procedures including laser hair removal, tattoo removal, acne scars, vascular lesions, non-ablative fractional laser rejuvenation, ablative laser resurfacing, and tissue tightening. Drs. George Hruza and Elizabeth Tanzi offer evidence-based, procedural how-to's and step-by-step advice on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade, so you can successfully incorporate the latest procedures into your practice. Features a well-organized format with key points lists, pearls, and case studies as they appear in practice. Expert ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, videos, and references from the book on a variety of devices. Includes expanded and updated chapters on non-surgical skin tightening and body contouring - two of today's most requested procedures. Contains new information on radiofrequency microneedling for skin rejuvenation and acne scar treatment, plus new details on the use of picosecond lasers for tattoo treatment and treatment of ethnic skin. Includes many new images and procedural videos that depict exactly how to perform the techniques.

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Gil Yosipovitch, is devoted to Pruritus (Itch). Articles in this issue include: Pathophysiology of Chronic Itch; Work-up of Chronic Itchy Patient; Management of Prurigo Nodularis; Chronic Pruritus in the Geriatric Population; Diagnosis and Management of Neuropathic Itch; Female Genital Itch; End Stage Renal Disease Chronic Itch and its Management; Management of Chronic Hepatic Itch; Pruritus in Scabies; Pruritus Associated with Targeted Cancer Therapies and Their Management; Pruritus in Lymphoma and its Management; Pruritus in Pregnancy and its Management; Pruritus in Connective Tissue Disorders; Immunomodulating Agents as Anti Pruritics; Psychogenic Pruritus and its Management; and Drugs on the Horizon for Chronic Itch.