Dermatology (eBook)

Illustrated Study Guide and Comprehensive Board Review

Sima Jain (Autor)

eBook Download: PDF

2017 | 2nd ed. 2017
XVII, 427 Seiten
Springer International Publishing (Verlag)
978-3-319-47395-6 (ISBN)

Infos

A fully-illustrated, note-packed volume of information, Dermatology: Illustrated Study Guide and Comprehensive Board Review fulfills a real need for a single study guide for the Dermatology Board Exam. Written by a previous Chief Resident of Dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, the text focuses on presenting comprehensive information in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-remember format.  The second edition of this incredibly popular book includes:

·        Close to 800 full-color clinical and histologic images

·        Over 75 new histopathologic images and over 170 tables

·        Layout similar to first edition with outline approach

·        Clinical images parallel to corresponding text for easy reinforcement of text

·        Updated coverage of new medications, new entities and new mutations

·        Must-have for any dermatologist or dermatology resident for studying for the in-service training exam and dermatology board exam

·        Excellent review source for dermatology with easy to read format, numerous mnemonics and high-quality clinical images

Dr. Sima Jain is a board certified dermatologist at Mid Florida Dermatology (private practice) whose special interests include pediatric dermatology, women's health, anti-aging therapy, skin cancer, and acne. She has extensive training and experience in medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, and laser and dermatologic surgery. Dr. Jain completed her dermatology training in Chicago, Illinois at the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center. During her training, she was chosen to become Chief Resident due to her leadership and excellence in teaching. Alpha Omega Alpha, the prestigious medical honor society, selected Dr. Jain to receive their annual Resident Teaching Award for proving 'excellent clinical teaching' to residents and medical students. Since completing her training, she has continued to receive awards for excellence in patient care, including the Patient's Choice Award and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition.

Inhalt

Chapter 1 SKIN – STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION  Epidermis; Basement membrane; Dermis; Epidermal appendages; Subcutaneous tissues; Functions of skin  Chapter 2 IMMUNE SYSTEM OF THE SKIN  Stratum Corneum; Cellular components of the immune system; Molecular components of the immune system  Chapter 3 DIAGNOSIS OF SKIN DISEASE   History taking; Examination and special diagnostic procedures; Laboratory investigations; Primary and secondary lesions of the skin  Chapter 4 BACTERIAL INFECTIONS  Normal cutaneous flora; Infections caused by streptococcus and staphylococcus; Hidradenitis suppurative; Erythrasma, pitted keratolysis and trichomycosis axillaris; Tuberculosis; Leprosy; Pseudomonal infection; Sexually transmitted diseases (bacterial)-syphilis, gonorrhea and chancroid  Chapter 5 FUNGAL INFECTIONS  Diseases caused by dermatophytes; Pityriasis versicolor; Pityrosporum folliculitis; Candidiasis; Madura foot; Sporotrichosis; Deep mycosis  Chapter 6 VIRAL INFECTIONS Herpes simplex, herpes zoster, chickenpox; Warts; Molluscum contagiosum; Hand foot and mouth disease; Erythema infectiosum; HIV infection  Chapter 7 PARASITIC INFESTATIONS AND DISEASE CAUSED BY ARTHROPODS Scabies; Pediculosis; Leishmaniasis; Larva migrans; Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever; Lymes disease; Onchocerciasis; Loiasis; Insect bites; Papular urticaria  Chapter 8 ECZEMA  Classification, clinical features and treatment of eczema (General outline); Exogenous eczema; Endogenous eczema and prurigo nodularis  Chapter 9 KERATINIZING AND PAPULOSQUAMOUS DISORDERS Psoriasis; Lichen planus; Pityriasisrosea; Pityriasis rubra pilaris; Parapsoriasis; Follicular keratosis; Hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles; Corns; Congenital Disorders of Keratinization- Dariers disease and ichthyosis  Chapter 10 DISEASES OF THE CONNECTIVE TISSUE  Lupus erythematosus; Dermatomyositis; Scleroderma; Sjorens syndrome; Mixed connective tissue disorder; Keloids; Knuckle pads; Hereditary Disorders- Psuedoxanthoma elasticum, cutis laxa and Ehlor Danlos syndrome  Chapter 11 BULLOUS DISORDERS Mechanism of bulla formation; Pemphigus; Pemphigoid; Dermatitis herpetiformis; Chronic bullous disease of childhood; Acquired epidermolysis bullosa; Hereditary disorders- Epidermolysis bullosa, acrodermatitis enteropathica  Chapter 12 VASCULITIS AND COMMON ERYTHEMAS  Approach to a patient with vasculitis; Leucocytoclastic vasculitis; Henoch Schonlein purpura; Polyarteritis nodosa; Pyoderma gangrenosum; Giant cell arteritis; Erythema multiforme; Erythema nodosum; Common localized erythemas- flushing, erythema palmare. scarlatiniform erythema, morbilliform erythema; Pigmented purpuric dermatosis-Schambergs disease  Chapter 13 EXANTHEMS AND HYPERSENSITIVITY DISORDERS  Measles; Rubella; Scarlet fever; Hand foot and mouth disease; Hypersensitivity syndromes- Kawasakis disease, toxic shock syndrome, staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome; Toxic epidermal necrolysis  Chapter 14 URTICARIA  Etiology, types, investigation and treatment; Mastocytosis  Chapter 15 LEG ULCERS  Venous ulcers; Arterial ulcers; Decubitis ulcers; Neuropathic ulcers  Chapter 16 DISORDERS OF PIGMENTATION  Albinism; Vitiligo; Melasma; Freckles; Acanthosis nigricans; Periorbital pigmentation.​

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.4.2017
• Zusatzinfo: XVII, 427 p. 230 illus., 224 illus. in color.
• Verlagsort: Cham
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete
• Schlagworte: board review • Certification • Dermatology • Dermatology Resident • Procedural Dermatology • Recertification
• ISBN-10: 3-319-47395-6 / 3319473956
• ISBN-13: 978-3-319-47395-6 / 9783319473956