A drug is typically manufactured through chemical synthesis, which means that it is made by combining specific chemical ingredients in an ordered process. Biologics are medicines made from living cells through highly complex manufacturing processes and must be handled and administered under carefully monitored conditions. Biologics are used to prevent, treat, diagnose, or cure a variety of diseases including cancer, chronic kidney disease, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. A biosimilar is a biologic that is similar to another biologic drug already that has already been approved. This book is a complete guide to the use of biologics and biosimilars in the treatment of dermatologic disorders. Beginning with an overview of the history and classification of biologics and the concept of biosimilars, the following chapters explain their therapeutic use for different skin conditions. The final sections cover related topics such as cost effectiveness and quality of life with biologic therapy, and the book concludes with discussion on future developments and the use of small molecule treatment. Key points Complete guide to use of biologics and biosimilars in treatment of dermatologic disorders Covers many different skin diseases and conditions Discusses related topics such as cost effectiveness and quality of life Covers future development of small molecule therapy

IADVL Color Atlas of Dermatology is a comprehensive, highly illustrated guide to dermatological disorders, from the most common to rare variants. The book is divided into 47 chapters grouped into nineteen sections, according to the classification of disorders. Sections include keratinisation disorders, bullous disorders, connective tissue disorders, infections and infestations, STDs and HIV, pigmentary disorders, disorders of vascular architecture, and skin tumours. Other sections include paediatric dermatology, drug reactions, and metabolic and nutritional disorders. The final chapter covers skin and systemic medicine. Enhanced by nearly 1900 full colour images, IADVL Color Atlas of Dermatology is a valuable resource for both dermatologists and dermatology trainees. Key Points Highly illustrated guide to a wide range of dermatological disorders 19 sections covering various disorder types 1892 full colour images

This book is a complete guide to dermatologic surgery for clinicians. Divided into 52 sections, the text begins with an overview of surgical instruments, local anaesthesia, sutures, dressings and skin biopsy. The following chapters cover numerous techniques for different dermatologic conditions, from mole surgery, vitiligo, and nail surgery, to Mohs surgery, laser scar revision, fillers, and much more. Each procedure is described with a step by step approach and includes tips and tricks, modifications, potential complications and recent advances. Both common and more complex disorders and techniques are explained in detail. The comprehensive text is further enhanced by more than 1800 clinical and surgical photographs, diagrams and tables. Key points Comprehensive guide to dermatologic surgery Covers numerous common and more complex disorders and techniques Tips and tricks, modifications, complications and recent advances highlighted for each topic Highly illustrated with more than 1800 photographs, diagrams and tables