8. Edition - March 2010
710.- Euro
2010. 4432 Pages, 4 Volumes, Hardcover
3096 Fig. (3000 Colored Fig.)
- Practical Approach Book -
ISBN-10: 1-4051-6169-8
ISBN-13: 978-1-4051-6169-5 - John Wiley & Sons






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Short description
Hailed by reviewers as "a thorough, modern masterpiece" and "the best textbook of dermatology in the world," and trusted by dermatologists around the world for accurate and comprehensive coverage, this clinical classic is the definitive source of information for all dermatologists. The new edition of this venerable classic extends the standard of excellence to include: all-new coverage of cosmetic dermatology and sexually transmitted diseases, more material on evidence-based dermatology, increased coverage of dermoscopy, more emphasis on therapeutics, more contributions from a greater variety of international experts, and a new page design with larger illustrations for more immediate recognition.The 8th Edition marks the debut of the online edition, allowing users the fastest possible access to the full range of knowledge on all known dermatological conditions. With fully searchable text and a fully searchable bank of more than 3,300 downloadable images, the online version puts specific information at your fingertips - when and where you need it - and is free with purchase of the four-volume set.

From the contents
1 Introduction and Historical Bibliography.

2 Comparative Dermatology.

3 Anatomy and Organization of Human Skin.

4 Functions of Skin.

5 Diagnosis of Skin Disease.

6 Epidemiology of Skin Disease.

7 Evidence Based Medicine and Interpretation of Clinical Studies.

8 Histopathology of the skin.

9 Molecular Biology.

10 Inflammation.

11 Clinical Immunology, Allergy and Photoimmunology.

12 Wound Healing.

13 Genetics and Genodermatoses.

14 Prenatal Diagnosis of Genetic Skin Disease.

15 The Neonate.

16 Naevi and other Developmental Defects.

17 Pruritus.

18 Eczema , Lichenification, Prurigo and Erythroderma.

19 Atopic Dermatitis.

20 Contact Dermatitis : Irritant.

21 Contact dermatitis : Allergic.

22 Occupational Dermatoses.

21 Mechanical & Thermal Injury.

22 Occupational Dermatoses.

23 Mechanical & Thermal Injury.

24 cutaneous Photobiology.

25 Virus Infections.

26 AIDS and the Skin.

27 Bacterial Infections.

28 Mycobacterial Infections.

29 Leprosy.

30 Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

31 Mycology.

32 Parasitic Worms & Protozoa.

33 Diseases Caused by Arthropods and Other Noxious Animals.

34 Disorders of Keratinization.

35 Psoriasis.

36 Non Melanoma Skin Cancer & Other Epidermal Skin Tumours.

37 Tumours of the Skin Appendages.

38 Disorders of the Cutaneous Melanocyte.

39 Disorders Skin Colour.

40 Genetic Blistering Diseases.

41 Immunobullous Diseases.

42 Lichen Planus and Lichenoid Disorders.

43 Disorders of the Sebaceous Glands.

44 Rosacea, Perioral Dermatitis and Similar Dermatoses, Flushing and Flushing Syndromes.

45 Disorders of Sweat Glands.

46 Disorders of Connective Tissue.

47 Urticaria & Mastocytosis.

48 Purpura & Microvascular Occlusion.

49 Vasculitis and Neutrophilic Vascular Reactions.

50 Diseases of the Veins & arteries : Leg ulcers.

51 Disorders of Lymphatic Disorders of the essels.

52 Histiocytoses.

53 Soft Tissue Tumours and Tumour-like Conditions.

54 Cutaneous Lymphomas and Lymphocytic Infiltrates.

55 subcutaneous Fat.

56 the connective Tissue Diseases.

57 Metabolic & Nutritional Disorders.

58 Sarcoidosis.

59 Systemic Disease & the Skin.

60 The Skin & the Nervous System.

61 Psychocutaneous Disorders.

62 Disorders of the Nails.

63 Disorders of the Hair.

64 The Skin & the Eyes.

65 The External Ear.

66 The Oral Cavity and Lips.

67 The Breast.

68 The Genital, Perianal and Umbilical Regions.

69 Racial Influences on Skin Disease.

70 The Ages of Man and their Dermatoses.

71 General Aspects of Treatment.

72 Systemic Therapy.

73 Drug Reactions.

74 Erythema Multiforme, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis.

75 Topical Therapy.

76 Radiotherapy and Reactions to Ionizing Radiation.

77 Physical and Laser Therapies.

78 Dermatological Surgery.

79 Cosmetic Dermatology