內容簡介
High-quality clinical photos make this a comprehensive yet succinct overview of the dermatology perfect as a "bedside" companion, a visual supplement to textbooks and as a stand-alone course of instruction.
Organised into 15 sections, the opening section covers the basic structure and function of the skin. Section 2 describes diagnostic techniques, e.g. skin biopsy. Subsequent sections follow a classic pattern by describing dermatoses primarily by cause (e.g. infectious tumours) but also by morphology (e.g. Bullous Disorders) or body region (e.g. Hair and Nails) where appropriate. Also included is a chapter on 'Skin in Systemic Disease' provides a summary of the cutaneous manifestations of vascular disorders, diabetes, liver disorder, etc.
Illustrations focuses on the clinical and pathological features of the appearance of the skin diseases described. Some electron micrographs and explanatory artworks supplement the clinical photos and clarify relevant causative agents and underlying pathology.
The text gives a simple, succinct account of each disease, with brief discussion of cause, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, investigations and principles of management.
• Features high quality clinical photography which accurately depicts the clinical appearance of skin conditions and reflects the vital importance of learning how to recognize and interpret physical signs.
• Illustrates many standard dermatologic examples to reflect real-life experience.
• Includes a high level of clinical and symptom discussions for day-to-day practical use.
• Gives brief descriptions and clinical and pathological appearances of dermatologic diseases for a good overview and quick reference.
• Clear and concise text to facilitate learning and review.
序言
Mosby's Color Atlas and Text of Dermatology combines superb color photographs and explanatory artworks with concisely written, clinically focused text to provide you with an outstanding illustrated resource in dermatology.
Key features of the book include:
1. Profusion of high-quality clinical photographs.
2. Covers symptoms, sings,diagnostic investigations and management issues for each condition.
3. Comprehensive yet approachable coverage of dermatology.
4. Contains core information necessary to ensure success in examinations.
作者簡介
Robin Graham-Brown graduated in medicine from the Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, University of London, UK. His postgraduate training in general medicine and dermatology was also in London, at the Queen Mary’s University Hospital and at the Royal Free. He was appointed consultant dermatologist in Leicester in 1983, and subsequently became honorary senior lecturer in the University department. His main clinical research interests have been in early diagnosis and public education on skin cancer (especially melanoma) and in atopic eczema. Dr Graham-Brown has co-edited Skin Diseases in the Elderly, and co-written two books (Lecture Notes on Dermatology and A Colour Atlas and Text of Dermatology), as well as chapters for several textbooks. He has co-authored over 180 original articles, reviews and published abstracts. He is President of the British Association of Dermatology 2005/2006.
目次
1. The Structure and Function of the Skin
2. Diagnosing and Treating Skin Disease
3. Cutaneous Infections
4. Tumours and Naevi
5. Inflammatory Dermatoses
6. Infiltrative Disorders
7. Bullous Diseases
8. Systemic Disease and the Skin
9. Disorders of Hair and Nails
10. Disorders of Pigmentation
11. Genodermatoses
