Dermatology

by Sterry, Wolfram

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Title Statements

Full title :Dermatology / Wolfram Sterry, Ralf Paus, Walter Burgdorf ; with contributions by Heike Audring [and others].

Summary

Dermatology, the first book in the new Thieme clinical companions series, presents the essential information on how to diagnose and treat the full range of dermatologic diseases. Compiled by expert physicians, this pocket guide describes the diagnostic approach and therapeutic options for a wide range of skin diseases. More than 300 full-color illustrations, diagrams, checklists, charts, and clinical tips illuminate all concepts and techniques described in the text. Basic aspects of skin biology and disease pathophysiology are also covered. To aid quick reference and review, the book is organized into the following color-coded sections: Introduction and diagnosis: a concise overview of the biology and anatomy of the skin, followed by a step-by-step guide to the dermatologic evaluation; Dermatologic diseases: extensive coverage of skin and hair disorders, with illustrations and essential information for each, including pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnostic approach, differential diagnosis, therapy, and more; Therapy: review of the current information on establishing a treatment plan, including topical, systemic, and radiation therapy, as well as operative dermatology, wound healing, and emergency treatment; Useful appendices: common systemic medications and commonly used compounding recipes; Dermatologic differential diagnosis: comprehensive charts (with numerous cross-references) designed to help the reader recognize and fully understand the patient's signs and symptoms. All dermatologists, residents, and trainees will benefit from keeping this compact portable guide on hand in the clinical setting.

Edition Statements

Publication Date:©2006.

Publication Statements

Publisher(s):Georg Thieme Verlag
Place of Publication:Stuttgart
Language:eng
Publication Date:©2006.

Notes

Includes index.

The Physical Object

Description:1 online resource (xiii, 754 pages) : : color illustrations.

Edition Identifiers

ISBN:9781604061451, 1604061456
oclc:ocn642461468
LC Classification:RL74
Dewey Decimal:616.5

Anogenital diseases -- Phlebology -- Occupational dermatoses -- Skin diseases in different age groups -- Psychodermatology -- Topical therapy -- Systemic therapy -- Radiation therapy -- Therapy during pregnancy and nursing -- Operative dermatology -- Wound healing -- Dermatologic emergencies.

Introduction to skin biology -- Dermatologic diagnosis -- Other diagnostic methods -- Viral diseases -- Bacterial diseases -- Fungal diseases -- Other infectious diseases -- Sexually transmitted diseases -- HIV infection and AIDS -- Allergic diseases -- Drug reactions -- Dermatitis -- Collagen vascular disorders -- Autoimmune bullous diseases -- Purpura and vasculitis -- Papulosquamous disorders -- Granulomatous and necrobiotic disorders -- Dermatoses caused by physical and chemical agents -- Metabolic diseases -- Pruritus and prurigo -- Genodermatoses -- Disorders of pigmentation.

Melanocytic tumors -- Cysts and epidermal tumors -- Adnexal tumors -- Soft tissue tumors -- Other cutaneous tumors -- Cutaneous lymphomas and leukemia -- Paraneoplastic disorders -- Diseases of the lips and oral mucosa -- Diseases of the hairs and scalp -- Diseases of the nails -- Disorders of sweat glands -- Dis…