Taylor & Kellys Dermatology For Skin Of

Taylor & Kellys Dermatology For Skin Of

Focusing on the care of patients with moderately to heavily pigmented skin, this book details every aspect of dermatologic science as it applies to skin of color - from the development of the skin to the biology of hair and nails.

“ Taylor and Kelly’s Dermatology for Skin of Color, 2nd Edition, is an excellent book for anyone interested in learning about skin of color from the ground up…This book provides concise and detailed information regarding the complex cultural concerns, disease predispositions, and nuances of treating a patient of color…I think it should be on the shelf of every dermatology residency program and medical school in the United States.”
-- Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology


The highly anticipated update of the complete textbook of dermatologic science and practice focusing on the care of patients with moderately to heavily pigmented skin – 21 new chapters with more than 900 photographs!

Dermatology for Skin of Color, Second Edition is a comprehensive reference that thoroughly details every aspect of dermatologic science as it applies to skin of color – from the development of the skin to the biology of hair and nails. All commonly encountered dermatologic problems of Africans, Asians, Arabs, Native Americans, and other peoples are covered, as are other diseases with significant skin manifestations.

This second edition is significantly expanded with 21 new chapters covering dermatology for geriatric, adolescent, and pregnant patients, as well as depigmenting agents, viral infections, cutaneous manifestation of internal malignancy, neurofibromatosis, tuberous sclerosis, photoaging, photosensivity, laser treatment for skin-tightening, toxins and fillers, cosmetic practices in Mexico, effects of tattooing and piercing, sickle cell disease, drug eruptions, and the biology of oral mucosa. It also features many more clinical pictures and improved organization.

Extensively illustrated with more than 900 full-color photos, Dermatology for Skin of Color provides comprehensive coverage of medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment options, pediatric dermatology, differences between skin of color and Caucasian skin, differences between ethnic groups with skin of color, and important basic science information on the structure and function of skin of color. In addition, folk remedies and over-the-counter treatments specifically targeting this population are covered.


Auteur | Susan Taylor
Taal | Engels
Type | Hardcover
Categorie | Geneeskunde & Verpleging

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