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Dermatology E-Book

Dermatology E-Book

David Gawkrodger | Michael R Ardern-Jones

(2016)

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Abstract

Dermatology: An Illustrated Colour Text is an ideal resource for today’s medical student, hospital resident, specialty registrar in dermatology or internal medicine, specialist nurse or family doctor. It presents the subject as a series of two page ‘learning units’, each covering important aspects of clinical dermatology.

These units use an unsurpassed collection of colour clinical photographs of all major dermatological conditions, concise yet comprehensive text and key point boxes to aid quick access to information and examination preparation. They incorporate summaries of the essential skin biology and associated basic sciences that underpin clinical practice, as well as advice on established and emerging dermatological treatments, reflecting the ever expanding use of technology. Guidance is also given to dermatological emergencies and to the most useful online resources for updates and further reference.

Building on previous success, this sixth edition has been fully revised throughout. A major advance are the accompanying electronic materials making it a more complete and engaging resource than ever before.

  • Bonus electronic content – including self-test flashcards, multiple-choice questions and a wealth of extra clinical images, to help prepare for examinations, check your understanding and hone your diagnostic skills

  • New and enhanced coverage of key and emerging areas – including skin cancer, biologic therapies, psychodermatology, dermatologic surgery, cosmetic procedures, genital dermatoses, pregnancy eruptions, yeast-related skin conditions, contact dermatitis and patch testing

  • New line drawings and photographs incorporated throughout to further improve clarity and ensure comprehensive visual coverage of important dermatological conditions

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front Cover cover
Inside Front Cover ifc1
Half title page i
Dermatology iii
Copyright Page iv
Preface to the sixth edition v
Preface to the first edition v
Acknowledgements vi
Table Of Contents vii
1 Basic Principles 1
1 Microanatomy of the skin 2
Epidermis 2
Basal cell layer (stratum basale) 2
Prickle cell layer (stratum spinosum) 2
Granular cell layer (stratum granulosum) 2
Horny layer (stratum corneum) 3
Dermis 3
Subcutaneous layer 3
Further reading – online sources 3.e1
2 Derivatives of the skin 4
Hair 4
2 Diseases 27
Eruptions 28
14 Psoriasis – Epidemiology, pathophysiology and presentation 28
Definition 28
Epidemiology 28
Aetiopathogenesis 28
Genetics 28
Epidermal kinetics and metabolism 28
Precipitating factors 28
Pathology 28
Clinical presentation 28
Plaque 28
Guttate 29
Flexural 29
Localized forms 29
Generalized pustular 29
Nail involvement 29
Patient self-help organizations 29.e3
Further reading – online sources 29.e3
Further reading – textbooks 29.e3
15 Psoriasis – Management and complications 30
Management 30
Topical therapy 30
Vitamin D analogues 30
Topical corticosteroids 30
Coal tar preparations 30
Dithranol (anthralin) 30
Retinoids 30
Keratolytics and scalp preparations 30
Systemic therapy 30
Methotrexate 31
Retinoids 31
Ciclosporin 31
Biologic agents and other systemic treatments 31
Fumaric acid esters 31.e1
Complications 31
Cardiovascular disease 31.e1
The metabolic syndrome 31.e1
Psoriatic arthropathy 31
Erythrodermic psoriasis 31
Patient self-help organizations 31.e1
Further reading – online sources 31.e1
Further reading – textbooks 31.e1
16 Psoriasis – Biologics 32
Scientific background 32
Effects of activated chronic inflammatory cytokines 32
Associated joint disease 32
Types of biologic available 32
Pretreatment screening 33
Effectiveness of biologics 33
Therapeutic algorithm 33
Side-effects of biologics 33
Use of biologic agents in other skin diseases 33
Further reading – online sources 33.e1
New drugs for psoriasis 33.e1
Further reading – textbooks 33.e1
17 Eczema – Basic principles and irritant contact dermatitis 34
3 Special Topics in Dermatology 111
56 Phototherapy 112
The sun’s radiation spectrum 112
Effects of light on normal skin 112
Physiological 112
Sunburn 112
Treatments 112
Phototherapy with ultraviolet B 112
Photochemotherapy (PUVA) 112
Phototherapy with UVA-1 113
Targeted phototherapy 113
Photopheresis 113
Prophylaxis of photodermatoses 113
Sunbeds 113
Photoageing 113.e1
Management of photoageing 113.e1
Further reading – online sources 113.e2
Further reading – textbooks 113.e2
57 Basic dermatological surgery 114
Instruments and methods 114
Basic surgical techniques 114
Excisional biopsy 114
Incisional, punch and shave biopsies 115
Curettage 115
Other surgical techniques 115
Cautery 115
Cryotherapy 115
Further reading – online sources 114.e1
Further reading – textbooks 114.e1
58 Advanced dermatological surgery 116
Simple plastic repairs 116
Skin flaps 116
Skin grafts 116
Mohs micrographic surgery 116
Anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents 117
Antiplatelet agents and skin surgery 117.e1
Lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) 117
Photodynamic therapy 117
Further reading – online sources 117.e1
Further reading – textbooks 117.e1
59 Cosmetics and cosmetic procedures 118
The range of cosmetics and their usage 118
Constituents of cosmetics 118
Paraphenylenediamine (PPD) hair dye 118
Nail preparations 118
Sunscreens 118
Camouflage cosmetics 118
Skin-lightening creams 118
Hypoallergenic formulations 118
Reactions to cosmetics 118
Management of cosmetic reactions 119
Cosmetic procedures 119
Further reading – online sources 119.e1
Further reading – textbooks 119.e1
60 Paediatric dermatology 120
Childhood eczemas and related disorders 120
Napkin (diaper) dermatitis 120
Infantile seborrhoeic eczema 120
Napkin psoriasis 120.e1
Candidiasis 120
Juvenile plantar dermatosis 120
Other childhood dermatoses 120
Urticaria pigmentosa 120
Langerhans cell histiocytosis (histiocytosis X) 121
Miliaria crystallina 121.e1
Vascular naevi 121
Clinical presentation 121
Salmon patch 121
Port-wine stain naevus 121
Infantile haemangioma 121
Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) 121
Management 121
Further reading – online sources 121.e1
Further reading – textbooks 121.e1
61 The skin in old age 122
Intrinsic ageing of the skin 122
Dermatoses in the elderly 122
Dry skin and asteatotic eczema 122
Pruritus 122
Psoriasis 122
Infections and infestations 122
Photodamage and skin tumours 123
Ulceration 123
Further reading – online sources 122.e1
Further reading – textbooks 122.e1
62 The skin in pregnancy 124
The skin during pregnancy 124
Pigmentary changes 124.e1
Hair and nails 124.e1
Vascular changes 124.e1
Sebaceous glands 124.e1
Dermatoses in pregnancy 124
Infections 124
Pregnancy-specific dermatoses 124
Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) 124
Atopic eruption of pregnancy 125
Pemphigoid gestationis (PG) 125
Polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (PEP) 125
Further reading – online sources 125.e1
Further reading – textbooks 125.e1
63 Genitourinary infections 126
Syphilis (Lues) 126
Clinical presentation 126
Management 126
Gonorrhoea 127
Clinical presentation 127
Management 127
Other genitourinary infections 127
Further reading – online sources 126.e1
Further reading – textbooks 126.e1
64 Genital dermatoses 128
Female genital dermatoses 128
Benign dermatoses 128
Neoplasia 128
Genital ulceration and trauma 128
Pain syndromes 128
Male genital dermatoses 129
Benign dermatoses 129
Neop lasia 129
Genital ulceration 129
Pain syndromes 129
Perianal skin diseases 129
Further reading – online sources 129.e2
Further reading – textbooks 129.e2
65 Racially pigmented skin 130
Definition of race 130
Racial differences in normal skin 130
Diseases that show racially dependent variations 130
Diseases with a distinct racial or ethnic predisposition 131
Hair disorders 131
Pigmentary changes 131
Other conditions 131
Further reading – online sources 131.e1
Further reading – textbooks 131.e1
66 Occupation and the skin 132
Diagnosis 132
Contact dermatitis 132
Aetiopathogenesis 132
Clinical presentation 132
Differential diagnosis 133
Management 133
Contact urticaria 133
Chloracne 133.e1
Occupational vitiligo (leukoderma) 133.e1
Occupational skin cancers 133.e1
Vibration white finger (hand–arm vibration syndrome) 133.e1
Prevention 133
Further reading – online sources 133.e1
Further reading – textbooks 133.e1
67 Immunological tests 134
Skin-prick tests 134
Patch testing 134
Immunofluorescence 134
Tests for T cell specificity 135
Index 136
A 136
B 136
C 136
D 137
E 137
F 137
G 137
H 137
I 138
J 138
K 138
L 138
M 138
N 139
O 139
P 139
Q 140
R 140
S 140
T 140
U 141
V 141
W 141
X 141
Y 141
Z 141
Inside Back Cover ibc1