Medical : Dermatology

This up-to-date reference describes how retinoids and carotenoids function in the skin and how they can be utilized to prevent and treat a wide variety of skin diseases, as well as advance biomedical research in relation to cancer treatment and immunology. Providing an in-depth update on the pharmacology, pharmacodynamics, and new applications of retinoid therapy, this source also addresses topics outside of dermatology, such as vitamin A nutrition, and the role of antioxidants in aging, metabolic activation, and cellular signaling. With chapters by internationally recognized authorities in specialties ranging from biochemistry and nutrition to molecular biology and clinical science, this source will stand as the only up-to-date source on the topic. more...

Price: $249.95

The first comprehensive source to expertly examine every aspect of sensitive skin, this source provides an up-to-date overview of the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of this commonly encountered dermatological condition. Featuring contributions from recognized world leaders in this area of research, this guide surveys the latest clinical studies and pharmaceutical developments to help specialists combat and address the many complexities associated with sensitive skin. more...

Price: $169.95

The ultimate all-in-one guide to treating and diagnosing skin cancer. Comprehensive in scope, yet precise in its approach, this superbly illustrated text is a must-have clinical companion for any dermatology practice. Skin Cancer carefully takes you through every important step in the diagnosis and clinical management of skin cancer conditions. Skin Cancer begins with an incisive discussion of both normal and aging skin, and the incidences and causes of skin cancer. Next, you'll get a thorough look at all types of skin cancer-followed by a section on treating cancer in various patient populations, including non-white populations, children, and pregnant women. The book concludes with in-depth sections on skin cancer prevention-covering critical topics such as skin cancer vaccines and chemoprevention of skin cancer-in addition to the medicolegal and economic issues related to skin cancer. Features:. The complete A-to-Z guide to skin cancer, offering a clear understanding of skin cancer epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, future directions, and medicolegal and psychosocial aspects. More than 450 illustrations. State-of-the-art coverage of biopsy techniques, dermoscopy and mole mapping, surgical excision, reconstructive surgery of eye lid cancers and skin cancer defects, and more. Consistent outlines of chapters within a section that summarize chapter material. Key points that introduce the start of each major section within a chapter. Numerous easy-to-use tables and boxes more...

Price: $159.00

As a current publication on immunodermatology, this revised third edition provides an overview of the skin immune system, a totally updated section on immunodermatological diseases, and includes six new chapters on key topics. more...

Price: $229.95

Highlighting fuctional changes in the structure of the epidermis and the stratum corneum, this volume presents overviews of clinical and consumer testing approaches together with ex-vivo evaluation procedures. more...

Price: $199.95