Review
"If well produced and up-to-date, I think that this would prove to be a very helpful publication."
Dr Arthur Jackson, General Practitioner
"This slim volume contains an excellent and up-to-date overview of melanoma and its management ... This volume is a very useful start from anyone who is interested in melanoma. The size and layout makes it attractive to use." Dermatology in Practice
From the Back Cover
The ability to diagnose melanomas and ensure that they are properly and swiftly treated can save lives.
The latter part of the 20th century witnessed a rise in the incidence of this life-threatening form of skin cancer, which is linked to sun exposure. Public health campaigns have began to raise awareness of the problem and people are now seeking medical advice about pigmented lesions.
This book is a guide for medical and nursing professionals in primary care and dermatology. It focuses mainly on diagnosis, prevention and post-treatment follow-up, but also includes an overview of secondary care treatment options. The reader is guided through the diagnosis and differential diagnosis with the aid of colour photographs. There is also a guide to interpreting the pathology report.
