Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases [Paperback]

Robert A. Norman (Editor), A.M. Kligman (Foreword)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1846286778 | ISBN-13: 978-1846286773 | Publication Date: August 11, 2008 | Edition: 1

The manifestations of dermatologic disease in the geriatric population are often subtly different to those in the younger age groups and there is a need to produce a practical and clinical reference for dermatology fellows and residents, geriatricians and related clinicians to identify dermatoses and their differential diagnosis specific to the aging population. Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases will provide the clinician with a visual encyclopedia of geriatric dermatoses that can be used on rounds or in a reference environment. It also provides a structured review of the differential diagnosis of the lesions illustrated within the book, which will make this a priceless reference resource for all physicians dealing with older skin.

Editorial Reviews

Review

From the reviews:

"This book … covers various topics in general dermatology pertaining to aged skin. … The audience is geriatricians. … it may be a good introductory book for geriatricians who want a better understanding of their patients’ skin problems." (Patricia Wong, Doody’s Review Services, December, 2008)

From the Back Cover

A greater percentage of the population is now in the over-65 age group, with this trend expected to continue well into the 21st century. Consequently, geriatric dermatology is a specialty that is receiving particular attention, not only in terms of patient numbers but also the scope of treatment, with more treatment regimens becoming available to dermatologists. Diagnosis of Aging Skin Diseases provides the clinician with an encyclopedia of geriatric dermatoses that can be used on rounds or in a reference environment. It provides a structured illustrated review of the various lesions encountered, which will make this an invaluable reference resource for all physicians dealing with older skin. It also places special emphasis on illnesses originating in other organ systems that are made manifest on the skin and often complicate the diagnostic and therapeutic picture. The manifestations of dermatologic disease in the geriatric population are often subtly different to those in younger age groups. Using a practical and clinical approach, Dr Norman and his contributor panel of leading authorities in the field have compiled a vital reference for dermatology fellows and residents, geriatricians and related clinicians to identify dermatoses specific to the aging population.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 350 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (August 11, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1846286778
• ISBN-13: 978-1846286773
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #284,083 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)