Main description:

"Geriatric Dermatology" is the one of the fastest growing areas of Dermatology. The number of people age 65 and older is growing at a rapid rate. Written by an international group of experts, this textbook contains a comprehensive review of "Geriatric Dermatologic" diagnosis and therapy. All chapters are very practical, clinically abundant as well as lavishly illustrated. They cover the spectrum of aging skin including topics such as: dermatitis, drug eruptions, lower leg disease states and novel approaches to skin cancer treatment, including the pathomechanism of the disease state as well as the differential diagnosis and new emerging treatments for each entity. This well-structured and reader-friendly book will be a key title for all practitioners treating elderly patients.

Contents:

Overview of Aging Skin.- Xerosis, Pruritus, Moisturization.- Alopecia.- Rosacea and Erythematous Facial Syndromes.- Benign Skin Neoplasms.- Skin Cancer.- Drug Eruptions.- Dermatitis.- Disorders of the Lower Extremities.- Onychomycosis, Tinea and Candidiasis.- Nail Disorders.- Cosmeceuticals, Anti-oxidants and Anti-aging Preparations.- Cosmetic Surgery.- Nutrition and Aging Skin .- Index.