Main description:

The most accessible, concise guide to dermatology-updated with new images and new chapters!

This authoritative, evidence-based guide provides the information and insight you need to accurately assess and treat the most common skin disorders. Updated with new chapters and new content, this second edition reflects the latest findings and clinical protocols.

Features:

Cohesive three-section organization:

oSection One reviews the principles of diagnosis and management as well as office-based procedures
oSection Two covers common and critical dermatologic conditions
oSection Three teaches the differential diagnosis of skin disease in specific body regions based on morphology and other clinical findings

Learning aids throughout the book include text boxes, concept-clarifying figures and photographs, and insightful clinical "Pearls" and "Pitfalls"
Evidence-based reviews and international guidelines
Includes free access to 13 videos with detailed demonstrations of common cutaneous diagnostic and surgical procedures
Online bonus content via AccessDermatologyDxRx subscription with cases, PowerPoint lectures, and quizzes-ideal for students, residents, and faculty
350+ photos and illustrations

Contents:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. FUNDAMENTALS OF DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

1. Structure and Functions of the Skin
2. Morphology and Terminology of Skin Lesions
3. History and Physical Examination of the Skin,Hair, and Nails
4. Diagnostic Procedures
5. Principles of Diagnosis
6. Principles of Management
7. Dermatologic Procedures

II. DISEASE-BASED CHAPTERS

8. Dermatitis
9. Psoriasis and Other Papulosquamous Diseases
10. Superficial Fungal Infections
11. Viral Infections of the Skin
12. Bacterial Infections
13. Infestations and Bites
14. Urticaria and Drug Rashes
15. Acne, Rosacea, and Related Disorders
16. Benign Tumors and Vascular Lesions
17. Actinic Keratosis, Basal, and Squamous CellCarcinoma
18. Nevi and Melanoma
19. Hair Disorders
20. Nail Disorders
21. Pigment Disorders
22. Immunobullous Diseases
23. Erythema Multiforme, Stevens-JohnsonSyndrome, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
24. Skin Signs of Systemic Disease

III. PROBLEM-BASEDCHAPTERS

25. The DifferentialDiagnosis of Purpura
26. Pruritus in Patients with No Underlying SkinDisease
27. Fever and Rash
28. Hospital-Acquired Rashes
29. Leg Ulcers
30. Skin Diseases of the Scalp
31. Skin Diseases of the Face
32. Skin Diseases of the Arms
33. Skin Diseases of the Hands
34. Skin Diseases of the Trunk
35. Skin Diseases of the Legs
36. Skin Diseases of the Feet
37. Skin Diseases Involving Multiple BodyRegions
38. Diseases of the Oral Cavity
39. Diseases of the Genitals and Perineum
40. Cosmetic Concerns

NEW CHAPTERS

41. Skin of Color

42. Tropical and Wilderness Medicine

43. Telemedicine

44. Pediatric Dermatology

45. Cutaneous Disorders in the Immunosuppressed Patient

46. Complementary Medicine for Cutaneous Disorders

47. Occupational Skin Diseases

48. Dermoscopy

49. Dermatopathology

50. LGBTQ Populations

51. Geriatric Populations

52. Cases and Q&A