Hair Growth and Disorders [Hardcover]

Ulrike Blume-Peytavi (Editor), David A. Whiting (Editor), Ralph M. Trüeb (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 3540469087 | ISBN-13: 978-3540469087 | Publication Date: August 27, 2008 | Edition: 1

Hair disorders have become a central social and psychological issue and patients now have increasing demands and expectations. Written by world-renowned experts, this lavishly illustrated book provides the latest scientific aspects of hair biology, up to date knowledge on hair diagnosis and treatment options as well as hair removal and restoration techniques. The content is divided into three sections: basic aspects of hair growth; hair and scalp disorders; and fotoepilation, surgery and hair cosmetics. In addition, coverage is enhanced with unique sections on hair in different ages and in art, on ethnic hair and in forensic investigations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Aus den Rezensionen: "... ein umfangreiches ... Werk … Besonders macht das Buch, dass für schulmedizinische Fachbücher eher ungewöhnliche Kapitel über natürliche Haarpflegeprodukte/Behandlung, Haarkosmetik und eine ... Abhandlung über die Bedeutung des Haarfollikels enthalten sind. ... Insgesamt sind die Kapitel übersichtlich gegliedert mit ... farbigen Abbildungen und Graphiken. Das Buch ist ... angenehm zu lesen ... Das Buch … ist ein hervorragendes, klar gegliedertes Nachschlagewerk ... Es werden ... Fragen rund ums Haar nach dem aktuellen Stand der Forschung beantworten. Man kann sich sowohl die Grundlagen der Haarfollikelbiologie aneignen als auch seltene Haarerkrankungen nachlesen ..." ( Kerstin Foitzik, in: JDDG - Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft, June/2009, Issue 07, S. 566)

From the Back Cover

Hair disorders have become a central social and psychological issue with increasing demands and expectations from patients. Written by world-renowned experts, this lavishly illustrated textbook provides the latest scientific aspects of hair biology, up-to-date knowledge on hair diagnosis and treatment options as well as hair removal and restoration techniques. The well-structured content is divided into three sections: Basic aspects of hair growth Hair and scalp disorders Fotoepilation, surgery and hair cosmetics It also contains unique sections on hair at different ages, in art and in forensic investigations as well as ethnic hair.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 590 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (August 27, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3540469087
• ISBN-13: 978-3540469087
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,567,263 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #10 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Men's Health > Hair Loss

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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommend, October 24, 2008

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This review is from: Hair Growth and Disorders (Hardcover)

It is very nice book. Easy to read and have update information.

I like experimental technique part that will tell you how to initiate new experiments.

Highly recommend.