Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases Edited by Robert A. Norman Softcover - 256 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# DA-DER3 $ 86.30 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9781846286773

• A differential diagnostic reference for physicians and students of dermatology – the first to focus on geriatric dermatoses

• Highly illustrated reference with more than 100 color illustrations for ease of use

• A visual encyclopedia of geriatric dermatoses that can be used on rounds or in a reference environment

A greater percentage of the population is now in the over-65 age group, with this trend expected to continue well into the 21st century. Consequently, geriatric dermatology is a specialty that is receiving particular attention, not only in terms of patient numbers but also the scope of treatment, with more treatment regimens becoming available to dermatologists.

Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases provides the clinician with an encyclopedia of geriatric dermatoses that can be used on rounds or in a reference environment. It provides a structured illustrated review of the various lesions encountered, which will make this an invaluable reference resource for all physicians dealing with older skin. It also places special emphasis on illnesses originating in other organ systems that are made manifest on the skin and often complicate the diagnostic and therapeutic picture.

The manifestations of dermatologic disease in the geriatric population are often subtly different to those in younger age groups. Using a practical and clinical approach, Dr Norman and his contributor panel of leading authorities in the field have compiled a vital reference for dermatology fellows and residents, geriatricians and related clinicians to identify dermatoses specific to the aging population.

Contents:
The Demographic Imperative.Structure and Function of Aging Skin. Photo-aging. Aging and the Skin: The Geriatrician’s Perspective. White and Red Lesions of the Oral Mucosa. Nail and Hair Disorders in the Elderly. Rosacea in the Elderly. Variations in Aging in Ethnic Skin and Hair: Corrective and Cosmetic Treatment. Skin Cancer in Elderly Patients. Differential Diagnosis of Autoimmune Bullous Diseases in the Elderly. Geriatric Fungal Infections. Xerosis and Pruritis in the Elderly: Recognition and Management. Sarcoidosis in Aging Skin. Inflammatory Scaling Dermatoses. The Cutaneous Manifestations of Nutritional Deficiencies. Infestations, Bites, and Stings in Aging Skin. Psychoneurodermatologic Disorders. Common Vascular Disorders in the Elderly. Pressure Ulcers. Cutaneous Manifestations of Diabetes. Geriatric Dermatology: Head to Toe Evaluation. Selected Geriatric Dermatology Case Studies.

Sunlight, Vitamin D, and Skin Cancer by Jorg Reichrath Hardcover - 323 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# DA-DER6 $255.40 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9780387775739

The goal of this volume is to comprehensively cover a highly readable overview on our present knowledge of positive and negative effects of UV-exposure, with a focus on vitamin D and skin cancer. Topics that are discussed in-depth by leading researchers and clinicians range from the newest findings in endocrinology, epidemiology, histology, photobiology, immunology, cytogenetics and molecular pathology to new concepts for prophylaxis and treatment. Experts in the field as well as health care professionals not intimately involved in these specialized areas are provided with the most significant and timely information related to these topics. It is the aim of this book to summarize essential up-to-date information for every clinician or scientist interested in how to balance between positive and negative effects of UV-exposure to minimize the risks of developing vitamin D deficiency and skin cancer. UV-exposure represents the most important risk factor for the development of non-melanoma skin cancer. Additionally, assessment of sun exposure parameters has consistently shown an association between the development of malignant melanoma and short-term intense UV-exposure, particularly burning in childhood. As a consequence, protection of the skin from UV-exposure is an integral part of skin cancer prevention programs. However, more chronic less intense UV-exposure has not been found to be a risk factor for melanoma and in fact has been found in some studies to be protective. Moreover, 90% of all requisite vitamin D is formed within the skin through the action of the sun a serious problem for a connection between vitamin D deficiency and various types of cancer (e.g., colon-, prostate- and breast cancer) has been demonstrated in a large number of studies. Hence, the association between vitamin D deficiency and various internal malignancies has now opened a debate among dermatologists and other clinicians how to balance between positive and negative effects of solar and artificial UV-exposure.

Complications in Cutaneous Surgery by Hugh M. Gloster Hardcover - 246 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# DA-DER7 $209.95 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9780387731513

• No other book currently available specifically addresses complications in cutaneous surgery

• Lavishly illustrated with more than 230 figures

• Relevant to a number of specialist disciplines from dermatology to otolaryngology

The demand for outpatient cutaneous surgery procedures has increased at a rapid rate over the last several decades. Cosmetic, oncology, and reconstructive procedures are being performed by primary care physicians and a variety of specialists in different disciplines such as dermatology, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, and otolaryngology. As the number of cutaneous surgery procedures rises, so will the rate of complications, which are inevitable and occur even with the most skilled, careful, and meticulous surgeons.

In the practice of medicine, we often learn more from our complications than our triumphs. The authors of each chapter of Complications in Cutaneous Surgery were recruited to contribute based on their experience and respective areas of expertise. As of this writing, no other book specifically addresses complications in cutaneous surgery. The goal of this volume is to provide a comprehensive text that will
enable the practicing physician to formulate a preoperative strategy to not only prevent complications before they occur but also to properly diagnose and manage complications when they arise, allowing the physician to provide optimal care to the patient.

Contents:

Section I: Acute Surgical Complication. Preoperative Evaluation. Acute Emergencies. Nerve Injury. Hemorrhagic Complications. Wound Infection. Dehiscence. Necrosis.

Section II: Chronic Surgical Complications. Hypertrophic Scars And Keloids. Free Margin Distortion. Scar Revision And Camouflage. Miscellaneous Surgical Complications. Psychological Complications.

Section III: Complications of Cosmetic Procedures.- Ablative and Nonablative Lasers. Vascular, Pigment, and Hair Removal Lasers. Dermabrasion and Chemical Peels. Liposuction. Filler Substances. Botulinum Toxin. Sclerotherapy.

Evidence-based Dermatology 2E and CD-ROM Edited by Hywel Williams, Michael Bigby, Thomas Diepgen, Andrew Herxheimer, Luigi Naldi, and Berthold Rzany Hardcover - 744 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# JW-DER4 $327.30 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9781405145183

Evidence-based Dermatology, Second Edition is a unique book in the field of clinical dermatology. Written and edited by some of the world’s leading experts in evidence-based dermatology, it takes a highly evidence-based approach to the treatment of all major and many of the less common skin conditions.

The toolbox at the beginning of the book explaining how to critically appraise different studies, along with the comprehensive reviewing and appraisal of evidence in the clinical chapters makes this book distinctive in its field as do the treatment recommendations which are based on the discussion of the best available evidence using a question-driven approach and a common structure on dealing with efficacy, drawbacks and implications for clinical practice.

Contents of the first edition:

The concept of evidence-based dermatology
The field and its boundaries
The rationale for evidence-based dermatology
The role of the consumer in evidence-based dermatology
The Cochrane Skin Group
The critical appraisal toolbox
Formulating well-built clinical questions
Finding the best evidence
The hierarchy of evidence
How to critically appraise systematic reviews and meta-analyses
How to assess the evidence for the safety of medical interventions
How to critically appraise pharmacoeconomic studies
Applying the evidence back to the patient

The evidence: Common inflammatory skin disease
Acne vulgaris
Papulopustular rosacea
Perioral dermatitis
Hand eczema
Atopic eczema
Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Psoriasis
Lichen planus
Acute urticaria
Skin cancer
Prevention of skin cancer
Do sunscreens reduce the incidence of skin cancers?
Cutaneous melanoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma
Primary cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
Actinic keratoses and Bowen's disease
Kaposi's sarcoma
Infective skin diseases
Local treatments for cutaneous warts
Impetigo
Athlete's foot
Onychomycosis
Tinea capitis
Candidiasis
Deep fungal infections
Infestations
Scabies
Head lice
Insect bites
Vitiligo
Melasma
Hair Problems
Male and female androgenetic alopecia
Alopecia areata
Leg ulceration
Venous ulcers
Less common skin disorders
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
Dermatomyositis
Bullous pemphigoid
Pemphigus
Cutaneous manifestations of sarcoidosis
Erythema multiforme
Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis
Focal hyperhidrosis
The idiopathic photodermatoses
The future of evidence-based dermatology
Where do we go from here?

Clinical Dermatology 4E Richard Weller, John Hunter, John Savin, and Mark Dahl Softcover - 440 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# JW-DER3 $ 79.05 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9781405146630

This best selling text has been completely revised and refreshed in the fourth edition. The authors aim to enthuse family doctors (for whom they are primarily writing) to enjoy the challenge of diagnosing and treating skin conditions.

Clinical Dermatology contains over 500 high quality pictures and diagrams matched with many colourful phrases to illustrate and entertain as it teaches. It has established a reputation as a ‘way of learning’ and as a cogent overview of 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 created an easily read text with enough detail to clarify the subject but not enough to obscure it.

This fourth edition contains new chapters on racially pigmented skin, dermatology of different age groups and cosmetic dermatology. Relevant internet sites are now clearly highlighted at the end of each chapter and the comprehensive formulary has been updated.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

1. Skin disease in perspective
2. The function and structure of the skin
3. Diagnosis of skin disorders
4. Disorders of keratinization
5. Psoriasis
6. Other papulosquamous disorders
7. Eczema and dermatitis
8. Reactive erythemas and vasculitis
9. Bullous diseases
10. Connective tissue disorders
11. Disorders of blood vessels and lymphatics
12. Sebaceous and sweat gland disorders
13. Regional dermatology
14. Racially pigmented skin
15. Dermatology of different age groups
16. Infections
17. Infestations
18. Skin reactions to light
19. Disorders of pigmentation
20. Skin tumours
21. The skin in systemic disease
22. Cosmetic dermatology
23. The skin and the psyche
24. Other genetic disorders
25. Drug eruptions
26. Medical treatment of skin disease
27. Physical forms of treatment

Formulary 1 Topical treatments
Formulary 2 Systemic medication

Index

Complications in Dermatologic Surgery with CD-ROM by Keyvan Nouri Softcover - 368 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# EL-DER20 $188.20 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9780323045469

World-renowned experts in the field guide you through the potential intra- and post-operative risks associated with the dermatologic surgeries you perform every day. You’ll find cutting-edge knowledge on how to avoid and manage complications resulting from laser surgery, photodynamic therapy, hair transplantation, chemical peeling, dermabrasion, leg vein treatments, temporary fillers, permanent fillers, botulinum toxin, liposuction, blepharoplasty, facelifts and ancillary facial cosmetic surgery procedures, skin cancer surgery/Mohs’ micrographic surgery, reconstructive surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, nail surgery, and contact dermatitis in dermatologic surgery. The preparation of the patient, psychosocial issues, and anesthesia complications for all procedures are also covered.

• World-renowned experts guide you through the potential intra- and post-operative complications, preventive measures, and treatment options relating to dermatologic surgery.

• Comprehensive coverage of the most common dermatologic surgical procedures, including cosmetic, general, and cutaneous oncology surgeries, helps you assess the risks associated with a particular surgery and determine which option is best for your patient.

• Detailed evaluations of treatment options and plans equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently manage any complication.

• The bonus CD-ROM contains all the book’s illustrations for on-the-go reference.

Table of Contents:
1. Anesthesia 2. Skin Cancer Surgery/ Mohs Micrographic Surgery 3. Reconstructive Surgery 4. Electrosurgery 5. Cryosurgery 6. Nail Surgery 7. Contact Dermatitis in Dermatologic Surgery 8. Laser Surgery 9. Photodynamic Therapy 10. Hair Transplantation 11. Chemical Peeling 12. Dermabrasion 13. Leg Vein Treatments 14. Temporary and Permanent Fillers 15. Botulinum Toxin 16. Liposuction 17. Blepharoplasty 18. Facelifts and Ancillary Facial Cosmetic Surgery Procedures

Neonatal Dermatology by Lawrence Eichenfield, Ilona Frieden, and Nancy Esterly Softcover - 576 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# EL-DER19 $236.35 BUY Published:  2008   ISBN:  9781416034322

Comprehensive and heavily illustrated, this is a unique reference for anyone involved in the diagnosis and treatment of dermatologic diseases in infants and newborns. In addition to over 500 superb photographs of normal and abnormal skin conditions, this latest edition also includes new algorithms, new tables, and new care plans.

• Simple to use text and tables for reference during daily practice

• Comprehensive information on infant skin care and toxicology

• Differential diagnosis aided by lists, text and images

• Assists with work-up and management of common and rare conditions

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1. Fetal Skin Development
Chapter 2. Structure and function of newborn skin
Chapter 3. Lesional Morphology and Assessment
Chapter 4. Skin of the premature infant
Chapter 5. Neonatal skin care and toxicology
Chapter 6. Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Chapter 7. Transient benign cutaneous lesions in the newborn
Chapter 8. Iatrogenic and traumatic injuries
Chapter 9. Developmental abnormalities
Chapter 10. Vesicles, pustules, bullae, erosions and ulcerations
Chapter 11. Epidermolysis Bullosa
Chapter 12. Bacterial infections
Chapter 13. Viral infections
Chapter 14. Fungal infections
Chapter 15. Eczematous Disorders
Chapter 16. Diaper Area Eruptions
Chapter 17. Erythrodermas; the red scaly baby
Chapter 18. Disorders of cornification (Ichthyosis)
Chapter 19. Inflammatory and purpuric eruptions
Chapter 20. Vascular stains, malformations and tumors
Chapter 21. Hypopigmentation disorders
Chapter 22. Hyperpigmentations disorder
Chapter 23. Lumps, bumps and Hamartomas
Chapter 24. Disorders of subcutaneous tissue
Chapter 25. Neoplastic and infiltrative disease
Chapter 26. Selected hereditary diseases
Chapter 27. Neonatal mucous membrane disorders
Chapter 28. Hair disorders
Chapter 29. Nail defects

Dermatology by Jean Bolognia, Josepah Jorizzo, and Ronald Rapini Hardcover - 2,432 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# EL-DER18 $527.25 BUY Published:  2007   ISBN:  9781416029991

This definitive reference provides easy access to essential and authoritative clinical guidance on the full range of dermatologic entities encountered in today's practice. It delivers more comprehensive coverage of clinical adult and pediatric dermatology, drug therapy, dermatologic surgery, and pathology than you will find in any other single text. Thousands of helpful illustrations equip you with the visual guidance you need to arrive at confident diagnoses.

• Discusses pathologic entities in proportion to their incidence, enabling you to focus on the likeliest diagnoses for a given set of symptoms.

• Includes only the "need-to-know" basic science information and key references, so you have just the right amount of detail on every subject.

• Presents hundreds of full-color photographs depicting every type of skin disorder, along with a wealth of diagrams that clarify complex concepts and numerous algorithms that expedite decision making.

Table of Contents:

Section One: Overview of Basic Science
1. Introduction to Basic Science
2. Anatomy & Physiology
3. Embryology
4. Molecular Biology
5. Immunology

Section Two: Pruritus
6. Cutaneous Neurophysiology
7. Pruritus & Dysesthesia
8. Psychocutaneous Diseases

Section Three: Papulosquamous and eczematous dermatoses
9. Psoriasis
10. Other Papulosquamous Disorders
11. Erythroderma
12. Lichen Planus & Lichenoid Dermatoses
13. Atopic Dermatitis
14. Other Eczematous Eruptions
15. Allergic Contact Dermatitis
16. Irritant Contact Dermatitis
17. Occupational Dermatoses
18. Dermatoses Due to Plants

Section Four: Urticarias, erythemas and purpuras
19. Urticaria & Angioedema
20. Figurate Erythemas
21. Erythema multiforme, Steven-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis
22. Drug Reactions
23. Purpura: Mechanisms and Differential Diagnosis
24. Cutaneous Manifestations of Microvascular Occlusion Syndromes
25. Cutaneous Vasculitis
26. Eosinophilic Dermatoses
27. Neutrophilic Dermatoses
28. Pregnancy Dermatoses

Section Five: Vesiculobullous diseases
29. The Biology of the Basement Membrane Zone
30. Pemphigus
31. Pemphigoid Group
32. Dermatitis Herpetiformis & Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis
33. Epidermolysis Bullosa
34. Other Vesiculobullous Diseases
35. Vesiculobullous & Erosive Diseases in the Newborn

Section Six: Adnexal diseases
36. Structure & Function of Eccrine, Apocrine, Apoeccrine & Sebaceous Glands
37. Acne vulgaris
38. Rosacea & Related Disorders
39. Folliculitis & the Follicular Occulsion Tetrad
40. Diseases of the Eccrine Sweat Glands

Section Seven: Rheumatologic dermatology
41. Autoantibodies Encountered in Patients with Autoimmune Connective Tissue Diseases
42. Lupus Erythematosus
43. Dermatomyositis
44. Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma) and Related Disorders
45. Other Rheumatologic Diseases

Section Eight: Metabolic and systemic disease
46. Mucinoses
47. Amyloidosis
48. Deposition Diseases
49. Porphyria
50. Calcifying & Ossifying Disorders of the Skin
51. Nutritional Diseases
52. Dermatologic Manifestations in Patients with Systemic Disease

Section Nine: Genodermatoses
53. Basic Principles of Genetics
54. Genetic Basis of Cutaneous Diseases
55. Biology of Keratinocytes
56. Ichthyoses, Erythrokeratodermas & Related Disorders
57. Keratodermas
58. Darier Disease & Hailey-Hailey Disease
59. Primary Immunodeficiencies
60. Neurofibromatosis & Tuberous Sclerosis
61. Mosaicism & Linear Lesions
62a. Other Genodermatoses - Tumorigenesis
62b. Other Genodermatoses - Enzyme Deficiency Diseases
62c. Other Genodermatoses - Premature Aging Syndromes and Poikilodermas
62d. Other Genodermatoses - Ectodermal Dysplasias
63. Developmental Anomalies

Section Ten: Pigmentary disorders
64. Melanocyte Biology
65. Vitiligo & Other Disorders of Hypopigmentation
66. Disorders of Hyperpigmentation

Section Eleven: Hair, nails and mucous membranes
67. Biology of Hair & Nails
68. Alopecias
69. Hypertrichosis & Hirsutism
70. Nail Disorders
71. Oral Disease
72. Anogenital (Non-venereal) Disease

Section Twelve: Infections, infestations and bites
73. Bacterial Diseases
74. Myobacterial Infections
75. Rickettsial Diseases
76. Fungal Diseases
77. Cutaneous Manifestations of HIV Infection & HIV-related Disorders
78. Human Papillomavirus
79. Human Herpesviruses
80. Other Viral Diseases
81. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
82. Protozoa & Worms
83. Infestations
84. Bites & Stings

Section Thirteen: Disorders due to physical agents
85. Ultraviolet Light 86. Photodermatoses
87. Environmental & Sports-related Skin Diseases
88. Signs of Drug Abuse 89. Skin Signs of Abuse

Section Fourteen: Disorders of Langerhans cells and macrophages
90. Histiocytoses
91. Xanthomas
92. Non-infectious Granulomas
93. Foreign Body Reactions

Section Fifteen: Atrophies and disorders of dermal connective tissues
94. Biology of the Extracellular Matrix
95. Perforating Diseases
96. Morphea & Lichen Sclerosus
97. Heritable Disorders of Connective Tissue - Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum & Cutis Laxa
98. Dermal Hypertrophies 99. Atrophies of Connective Tissue

Section Sixteen: Disorders of subcutaneous fat
100. Panniculitis
101. Lipodystrophies

Section Seventeen: Vascular disorders
102. Vascular Biology
103. Infantile Hemangiomas
104. Vascular Malformations
105. Ulcers
106. Other Vascular Disorders

Section Eighteen: Neoplasms of the skin
107. Principles of Tumor Biology and Pathogenesis of BCCs and SCCs
108. Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Carcinoma & Squamous Cell Carcinoma
109. Benign Epidermal Tumors & Proliferations
110. Cysts
111. Adnexal Neoplasms
112. Benign Melanocytic Neoplasms
113. Melanoma
114. Vascular Neoplasms & Neoplastic-like Proliferations
115. Neural & Neuroendocrine Neoplasms (Other than Neurofibromatosis)
116. Fibrous and Fibrohistiocytic Proliferations of the Skin & Tendons
117. Muscle, Adipose & Cartilage Neoplasms
118. Mastocytosis
119. B-cell Lymphomas of the Skin
120. Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma
121. Other Lymphoproliferative & Myeloproliferative Diseases
122. Cutaneous Metastases

Section Nineteen: Medical therapy
123. Public Health Science in Dermatology
124. Skin Barrier, Percutaneous Drug Delivery & Pharmacokinetics
125. Glucocorticosteroids
126. Retinoids
127. Antimicrobial Drugs
128. Immunomodulators
129. Other Topical Medications
130. Other Systemic Drugs
131. Drug Interactions
132. Sunscreens
133. Complementary & Alternative Medicine

Section Twenty: Physical treatment modalities
134. Ultraviolet Light Therapy
135. Photodynamic Therapy
136. Principles of Laser-Skin Interactions
137. Laser Therapy
138. Cryosurgery
139. Radiotherapy
140. Electrosurgery

Section Twenty-one: Surgery
141. Wound Healing
142. Surgical Anatomy of the Head & Neck
143. Anesthesia
144. Wound Closure & Materials & Instruments
145. Dressings
146. Biopsy Techniques & Basic Excisions
147. Flaps
148. Grafts
149. Nail Surgery
150. Mohs Surgery
151. Surgical Complications & Optimizing Outcomes

Section Twenty-two: Cosmetic Surgery
152. Systematic Evaluation of the Aging Face
153. Cosmetics & Cosmeceuticals
154. Chemical & Mechanical Skin Resurfacing
155. Sclerotherapy & Ambulatory Phlebectomy
156. Liposuction
157. Hair Restoration
158. Soft Tissue Augmentation
159. Botulinum toxin

Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series: Photodynamic Therapy by Mitchel Goldman Hardcover - 176 pages Shipped in CLICK HERE Cat.# EL-DER17 $143.65 BUY Published:  2007   ISBN:  9781416042112