The Dermatology Handbook (eBook)

A Clinician's Guide

Neelam A. Vashi (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: PDF

2019 | 1. Auflage
VIII, 283 Seiten
Springer-Verlag
978-3-030-15157-7 (ISBN)

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Dermatology clinics are extremely fast-paced, and while the internet is useful, online resources can slow clinics down as it can often take lengthy amounts of time to obtain meaningful information.  Recognizing this problem, Dr. Vashi has developed, over the course of several years, a practical guide targeted towards practicing dermatologists, resident physicians, medical students, family practitioners, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

The Dermatology Handbook provides clinical information and quick solutions to common problems typically faced by dermatologists in a user-friendly and meaningful way. Designed to fit into a coat pocket, the content is presented as bulleted lists, along with tables and algorithms to allow busy clinicians to find the information they need rapidly.

Featuring fill in the blank pages for users to personalize, this handbook is at once both comprehensive and succinct. Chapters include sections on the most common dermatologic complaints, differential diagnoses, laboratory techniques, dermoscopy, dermatologic emergencies, commonly used medications, pediatrics, surgery basics, and cosmetic pearls. Drug tables, guidelines, and algorithms for history taking and treatment approach also work to provide the reader with efficient usability.

Neelam A. Vashi, MD

Associate Professor of Dermatology, Boston University School of Medicine

Director, Boston University Cosmetic and Laser Center

Founding Director, Boston University Center for Ethnic Skin

US Department of Veterans Affairs, Boston Health Care System

Boston, MA

 

Inhalt

Contents 5
Contributors 7
Chapter 1: The Basics: Skin Types, Definitions, and Differentials 9
Skin Lesion Description 10
Differential Diagnoses Based on Primary Lesions 16
Macules and Patches 16
White/Hypopigmented Macules 16
Brown Macules 17
Erythema/Red Macules 18
Atrophic Patches 19
Papules and Plaques 20
Red Papules 20
Annular Papules 20
Hyperkeratotic Papules 21
Lichenoid Papules 22
Linear Papules 22
Red Plaques 23
Annular Plaques 24
Nodules and Tumors 25
Red Nodules 29
Subcutaneous Nodules without Epidermal Changes 30
Painful Tumors 32
Pustules 32
Vesicles and Bullae 33
Ulcers 35
Necrotic Lesions 37
Vascular Lesions 38
Non-palpable Purpura (Petechial and Ecchymotic) 38
Palpable Purpura (Cutaneous Vasculitis) 39
Telangiectasia 40
Primary 40
Secondary 40
References (For Entire Differential Diagnosis Section) 41
Chapter 2: Dermoscopy Basics 42
Dermoscopy: The 2 Step Algorithm [1–3] (Fig. 2.1) 42
References 48
Chapter 3: Diagnosing Bedside: Common Laboratory Techniques 49
Scabies Preparation 50
Tzanck Smear 51
Gram Stain 52
Wood’s Light Examination 53
References 54
Chapter 4: An approach to Dermatopathology: Immunohistochemical and special stains 56
Immunofluorescence Studies 68
References 69
Chapter 5: Dermatologic Emergencies 70
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic-Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) [1, 2] 70
Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) [3–5] 74
Necrotizing Fasciitis [6] 76
Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) [7–10] 77
Filler Emergencies [11–15] 78
References 80
Chapter 6: Common Skin Diseases: Quick Reference 82
References 105
Chapter 7: Guidelines from the Academy 107
References 150
Chapter 8: Commonly Used Drugs and Medication Guidelines 152
Corticosteroids 152
Antibiotics 158
Antivirals [9] (Table 8.7) 163
Antifungals (Tables 8.8 and 8.9) 166
Antihistamines [10] (Table 8.10) 172
Acne Medications [12] (Table 8.11) 174
Biologic Therapy (Table 8.12) 180
Miscellaneous medications (Table 8.13) 184
References 191
Chapter 9: Pediatric Dermatology Practical Approaches and Prescribing Tips 193
General Pediatric Dermatology Prescribing Tips 193
Antifungals 195
Antifungal Prescribing Tips (Table 9.1) 195
Antivirals 198
Antiviral Prescribing Tips (Table 9.2) 198
Antihistamines 200
Antihistamine Prescribing Tips (Table 9.3) 200
Antibiotics 205
Antibiotic Prescribing Tips (Table 9.4) 205
Miscellaneous Prescribing Tips (Table 9.5) 209
Topical Corticosteroid Prescribing Tips 215
Topical Timolol Prescribing Tips 216
Oral Propranolol Prescribing Tips 216
Isotretinoin Prescribing Tips 218
Prescribing Tips for Medicaid and Other Forms of Free Care 220
References 220
Chapter 10: Dermatologic Surgery 221
Surgical Anatomy (Figs. 10.1, 10.2, and 10.3) 221
Preoperative Preparation 223
Special Considerations for Implanted Cardiac Devices (ICD) 223
Antibiotic Prophylaxis (Table 10.1) 224
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Management 224
Basics of Excision and Closure 227
Sutures 231
Anesthetics 235
Electrodessication and Curettage (ED& C)
Wide Local Excision (Table 10.4) 236
Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) 237
Complications and Management of Dermatologic Surgery 239
References 241
Chapter 11: Cosmetic Pearls 244
Overview 244
Neuromodulator Botulinum Toxin Serotype A 245
Sclerotherapy 249
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) 251
Injection of PRP 252
Microneedling 253
Chemical Peels 256
Lasers 258
Soft Tissue Fillers 265
References 272
Index 274

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 14.9.2019
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Dermatologie
• Schlagworte: Cosmetic dermatology • cosmetic pearls • dermatologic emergencies • Dermatology • Dermoscopy • pediatric dosage
• ISBN-10: 3-030-15157-3 / 3030151573
• ISBN-13: 978-3-030-15157-7 / 9783030151577