Guidebook to Dermatologic Diagnosis

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