Full Description
Dermatopathology volume in the Foundations in Diagnostic Pathology series provides the reader with the full gamut of knowledge in an affordable and practical format. It features highly templated and illustrated chapters, and employs a wealth of boxes and tables to provide the reader with the necessary information on all aspects of a pathologic entity: clinical features, pathologic features (gross and microscopic), ancillary studies, differential diagnosis, prognostic and therapeutic considerations, and selected bibliography. It includes coverage of metabolic, systemic, allergic, infectious, and inflammatory skin diseases, as well as in-depth coverage of skin tumors.Explore a range of neoplastic and non-neoplastic disorders of the skin.Access well-rounded, comprehensive coverage and detailed discussions of metabolic, systemic, allergic, infectious, and inflammatory skin diseases and cutaneous neoplasms. Take advantage of enhanced diagnostic guidance with content that offers over 1,100 full-color, high-quality photographs that demonstrate the key features of pathologic lesions.Connect with a reader-centric format that employs a consistent, user-friendly organization throughout to present each pathologic entity's gross and microscopic features, prognostic and therapeutic considerations, ancillary studies, and differential diagnoses. Reference important information at a glance with an abundance of boxes and tables.Remain up to date with the latest diagnostically relevant molecular tests, such as cytogenetic tests and mutation analysis of melanocyctic tumors.Prepare for exams with additional entities relevant to examination and clinical settings.Stay abreast of the latest advances with brand-new chapters covering Ancillary Diagnostic Tools (such as special stains, immunofluorescence studies, immunohistochemistry, and molecular tests), Disorders of the Nail Apparatus, Genetic Disorders, and Drug Reactions.Easily comprehend complex topics with help from additional figures and a vastly improved image collection.Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, references, and videos from the book on a variety of devices. The Foundations in Diagnostic Pathology Series answers the call for fresh, affordable, and easy-to-use guidance. Each region-specific volume provides all of the most essential information on the pathologic entities encountered in practice. Series Editor: John R. Goldblum, MD, FACP, FASCP, FACGWith 13 additional contributing experts.
Contents
Section 1Section 2: Non-Neoplastic DisordersChapter 1: Inflammatory Disease of the Dermis and EpidermisChapter 2: PanniculitisChapter 3: Infectious Diseases of the SkinChapter 4: Cutaneous VasculitisChapter 5: Blistering Skin DiseasesChapter 6: Mucinoses, Deposition Disorders, and Connective Tissue AlterationsChapter 7: Non-neoplastic Disorders of PigmentationChapter 8: Non-Neoplastic Disorders of HairChapter 9: Cysts and SinusesSection 3: Tumors and Psuedotumors of the Skin and Subcutis Chapter 10: Tumors of the EpidermisChapter 11: Adnexal TumorsChapter 12: Melanocytic ProliferationsChapter 13: Soft Tissue Tumors and Tumor-like ReactionsChapter 14: Hematopoietic NeoplasmsChapter 15: Histiocytic Proliferative DisordersChapter 16: Cutaneous Neuroendocrine (Merkel Cell) CarcinomaChapter 17: Metastatic Tumors Involving the SkinSection 4: Pathology of Special SitesChapter 18: Neoplastic and Non-Neoplastic Disorders of the Nail ApparatusChapter 19: Neoplastic and Non-Neoplastic Disorders of the Conjunctiva and EyelidSection 5: Frozen Sections and Pathologic Evaluations of Sections from Mohns Surgery
