Based on the understanding of the molecular basis of skin diseases, this truly international book supports the reader to understand the mode of action of new and established therapies. Thus, by explaining the molecular pathology with its applications for therapy, it provides the reader with an up-to-date knowledge of the therapy of skin disease and helps to understand ongoing and new developments in the field. Written and edited by international and renowned dermatology experts from Europe, America and Asia, it also includes regional concepts of therapies.
The reader-friendly structure allows the reader to pick up the information quickly; for example, each chapter highlights practical hints for indications and applications. This lavishly illustrated book will support the reader to choose the most appropriate therapy for the patient and to reach a better treatment outcome. It will be an indispensable resource for dermatologists in university departments as well as in clinical practice.
Biology of the Skin.- Immune Mechanisms.- General Pharmacology.- Immunomodulation in Dermatology.- Basic Principles of Genetics and Gene Therapy.- Percutaneous Absorption and Principles of Corneotherapy/Skin Care.- Principles of Systemic Therapy.- Retinoid Pharmacology.- Ultraviolet (UV) A and (UV) B Phototherapy.- Laser Therapy.- Photodynamic Therapy.- Dermatologic Surgery.- Neurophysiology of Itch.- Infectious Diseases.- Bacterial and Mycobacterial Infections.- Fungal Infection.- Viral Infections.- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs).- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).- Ectoparasitic and Protozoan Diseases.- Papulosquamous Dermatoses.- Psoriasis.- Parapsoriasis and Related Disorders.- Lichen Planus.- Atopic Dermatitis and Related Diseases.- Atopic Dermatitis.- Pruritus.- Urticaria.- Mastocytosis.- Allergic Reactions and Hypersensitive Diseases.- Allergic Contact Dermatitis.- Photosensitivity Diseases.- Drug Reactions.- Hypersensitivity Syndrome Reaction.- Eosinophilic Dermatoses.- Neutrophilic Dermatoses.- Skin Manifestations in Rheumatologic Disorders.- Acne and Rosacea.- Acne and Its Variants.- Rosacea and Related Diseases.- Autoimmune Diseases.- Acquired Bullous Disease.- Connective Tissue Diseases.- Cutaneous Vasculitis.- Graft-Versus-Host Disease.- Vitiligo.- Therapy of Noninfectious Granulomatous Diseases.- Metabolic Diseases.- The Porphyrias.- Deposition Diseases.- Cosmetic Dermatology.- Hair Diseases (Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia).- Nail Diseases.- Hyperhidrosis.- Disorders of Pigmentation.- Cosmetic Surgery.- Inherited Diseases.- Inherited Bullous Diseases.- Inherited Keratinocyte Diseases (Ichthyosis and Related Disorders).- Immunodeficiency Disorders.- Disorders of DNA repair.- Benign and Malignant Tumors.- Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer.- Malignant Melanoma.- Treatment of Cutaneous Lymphomas.- Vascular Malformations.- Rare Malignancies of the Skin.- Miscellaneous Disorders.- Diseases of Pregnancy and Their Management.- Pediatric Dermatology.- Aging and Photoaging of the Skin.- Occupational Dermatoses.- Wound Healing.
