Color Atlas and Synopsis of Pediatric Dermatology: Second Edition

by Kane, Kay; Lio, Peter; Stratigos, Alexander; Johnson, Richard

• ISBN13: 9780071486002
• ISBN10: 0071486003
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-08-25
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education / Medical

Summary

Instantly and accurately diagnose and treat the full range of pediatric skin problems"The focus on quick recognition of pediatric dermatologic conditions and pediatric illnesses makes this atlas an asset in the office. The ease of reference is fantastic. This will replace the dermatology reference I currently use. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review ServiceModeled afterFitzpatrick's Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology, the world's most widely-used dermatologic reference, this point-of-care atlas provides large, detailed, full-color photographs of skin diseases in children along with the latest management and treatment recommendations. You'll find everything you need to confidently assess, diagnose, and manage diseases of the skin, hair, and nails of pediatric patients in a busy clinical environment.Each illness or disorder features a logical easy-to-read presentation that includes: Epidemiology Pathophysiology History Physical Examination Differential Diagnosis Laboratory Evaluation Course and Prognosis Treatment and Prevention/Management (with approved pediatric dosages) One or two full-color photographs Featuring more than 350 clear, crisp full-color photographs and coverage that spans everything from disorders of blood and lymph vessels to cutaneous bacterial, viral, and fungal infections,Color Atlas & Synopsis of Pediatric Dermatologyis the fastest and most reliable way to confirm your next pediatric diagnosis.

Author Biography

Kay Kane, M.D., is an Assistant in Medicine in the Department of Dermatology at Children's Hospital, Boston, and a Clinical Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School. She is also in private practice in Cambridge and Allston, and is active in the Pediatric Dermatology Society.
..Peter Lio, M.D., is Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois.
..Alex Stratigos, M.D., is Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology, University of Athens, Andreas Sygros Hospital, Athens, Greece.
..Richard Allen Johnson, M.D., is a Professor and the Director of Clinical Dermatology at Harvard Medical School. He is the co-author of Fitzpatrick's Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology.
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Table of Contents

Cutaneous disorders of the newborn

Eczematous dermatitis

Diaper dermatitis

Disorders of epidermal proliferation

Primary bullous dermatoses

Disorders of sebaceous & apocrine glands

Disorders of melanocytes

Disorders of blood/lymph vessels

Benign epidermal proliferations

Benign appendageal proliferations

Benign dermal proliferations

Disorders of pigmentation

Neurocutaneous disorders

Miscellaneous inflammatory disorders

Hypersensitivity reactions

Photosensitivity and photoreactions

Collagen vascular disorders

Endocrine disorders and the skin

Cutaneous bacterial infections

Cutaneous fungal infections

Tick-borne infection

Cutaneous viral infection

Skin manifestations of biologic and chemical warfare

Aquatic infestations

Insect bites and infestations

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