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Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Dermatology
A fully-illustrated, note-packed volume of information,
"Dermatology: Illustrated Study Guide and Comprehensive Board
Review" fulfills a real need for a single study guide for the
Dermatology Board Exam. Written by a previous Chief Resident of
Dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical
Center, the text focuses on presenting comprehensive information in
an easy-to-understand, easy-to-remember format. Tips, tricks, short
lists, and tables fill every inch of this book a must-have for any
dermatology resident.
Features:
Acts as a concise go-to review book for the Dermatology Board
Exam
Hundreds of author notes pinpointing important information
Information presented in an easy-to-read format
Scores of mnemonics and memory tricks to mentally organize
information
Over 500 high-quality images placed parallel to the represented
skin disorder
Life after Boards essential tips on coding and documentation
Autoimmune disorders of the skin remain an enigma for many
clinicians and scientists not familiar with these mostly severe and
chronic diseases. The book provides an overview and the latest
information on the broad spectrum of cutaneous autoimmune disorders
for clinicians, scientists and practitioners in dermatology,
medicine, rheumatology, ENT, pediatrics and ophthalmology. The book
is unique since it presents the state-of-the-art knowledge on
pathophysiology, clinical diagnosis and management of these
disorders provided by the world experts in the field. The primary
intention is to broaden the understanding of the pathophysiology of
cutaneous autoimmune disorders and to provide a practical guide to
how to identify and handle these conditions. The book is
illustrated with many tables, illustrative figures and clinical
color photographs. The third edition has been thoroughly updated
and extended by chapters on paraneoplastic cutaneous syndromes,
atopic dermatitis and autoimmunity and Skin manifestations of
rheumatic diseases.
This extensively revised second edition provides an up-to-date and
highly informative textbook on psoriasis. The understanding of the
mechanisms behind the disease and the available treatment options
have continued to develop rapidly in recent times, with this vital
resource covering the latest in these management options, including
targeted T-cell therapy, the use of immunomodulators, systemic
therapies, and ultraviolet and laser therapy. In addition, it
provides a detailed overview of the pathophysiology, comorbidities,
epidemiology and triggers of the disease. Advances in Psoriasis: A
Multisystemic Guide extensively details the scientific basis and
practice management of psoriasis. It is therefore a vital resource
for practicing and trainee dermatologists looking to develop their
clinical knowledge of how to manage and treat these patients.
The third edition is a comprehensive and updated overview of
positive and negative effects of UV-exposure, with a focus on
Vitamin D and skin cancer. Researchers, oncologists,and students
will be provided with the most significant and timely information
related to topics such as the epidemiology of skin cancer, the
immune system and skin cancer, ultraviolet damage, DNA repair and
Vitamin D in Nonmelanoma skin cancer and malignant melanoma. There
have been a number of new, scientific findings in this fast moving
field that necessitated a thoroughly updated and revised edition
including new Vitamin D metabolites and skin cancer, new findings
on the beneficial effects of UV and solar UV and skin cancer,
adverse effects of sun protection and sunscreens, sun exposure and
mortality, and more. The book will summarize essential, up-to-date
information for every clinician or scientist interested in how to
balance the positive and negative effects of UV-exposure to
minimize the risks of developing vitamin D deficiency and skin
cancer.
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access to any online entitlements included with the product. The
complete guide to skin surgery and cosmetic procedures, from
surgery fundamentals to surgical and cosmetic procedures An
invaluable new guide for family and emergency physicians, PAs, and
nurse practitioners, Dermatologic Surgery and Cosmetic Procedures
in Primary Care Practice provides state-of-the-art dermatologic
procedures used in virtually every clinical practice. With
practical tips and tricks used by dermatologic surgeons, it covers
excisional surgery, neurotoxin injections, surgical instrument
selection, wound dressing, local anesthesia, incision and drainage,
nail surgery, and more.
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