Textbook of Psoriasis

Description

This book is divided into twelve chapters, covering all aspects of psoriasis, from clinical, pathological and therapeutic, to the psychological impact of the condition. A general introduction is followed by chapters on epidemiology, aetiopathogenesis, paediatric psoriasis, pregnancy, HIV, and systemic disease. Later chapters include information on treatment and potential complications.

Textbook of Psoriasis is enhanced by over 300 full colour images and illustrations. The inclusion of several recent dermatology research studies pertaining to psoriasis make this book and authoritative and up to date resource for dermatologists.

Key Features

• A comprehensive and highly illustrated guide to this dermatological disorder.
• Divided into twelve chapters, covering all aspects of psoriasis, from clinical, pathological and therapeutic, to the psychological impact of the condition.
• A general introduction is followed by chapters on epidemiology, aetiopathogenesis, paediatric psoriasis, pregnancy, HIV, and systemic disease.
• Later chapters include information on treatment and potential complications.
• Enhanced by over 300 full colour images and illustrations.
• Inclusion of several recent dermatology research studies pertaining to psoriasis makes this book an authoritative and up-to-date resource for dermatologists.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Epidemiology
3. Aetio Pathogenesis
4. Clinical Aspects
5. Paediatric Psoriasis
6. Psoriasis and Pregnancy
7. Psoriasis and HIV
8. Psoriasis as a Systemic Disease
9. Investigations
10. Treatment
11. Complications and “The Psoriatic March”
12. Psychological Aspects, Course & Prognosis, Follow-up and Rehabilitation