Main description:

World Clinics - Dermatology: Psoriasis, Volume 2, Number 1 is the latest issue in the World Clinics - Dermatology series. The book provides information on therapeutic options for psoriasis.

Divided into fourteen chapters, this book begins with epidemiology and discussion on the biology and pathology of psoriasis. Subsequent chapters cover topics including psoriasis in children, quality of life for psoriasis sufferers, nail and hair in psoriasis, and a review of current treatment options.

Important treatment options such as phototherapy, topical therapy, and rotational and combination therapy have been covered in separate chapters. Biological therapies are also included, offering insight into future therapeutic options for psoriasis.

With full colour images and illustrations throughout, and extensive information on current treatment, this volume of World Clinics - Dermatology: Psoriasis is an essential update for dermatologists.

Key Points

Discussion on current developments in the treatment of psoriasis
Latest issue in the World Clinics - Dermatology series
Series also includes volumes on Acne
Colour images and illustrations throughout

Contents:

Editorial
Abbreviations
Psoriasis: Epidemiology
Basic Biology and Pathology of Psoriasis
Psoriasis in Children: An Indian Perspective
Psoriasis at the Origin of the Patient-based Medicine
Psoriasis and Metabolic Syndrome: An Indian Perspective
Quality of Life Index in Psoriasis: Indian Perspective
Nails and Hair Involvement in Psoriasis
Biologics in Psoriasis
Phototherapy for Psoriasis
Topical Therapy for Psoriasis: A Review of Current
Treatment Options
Rotational and Combination Therapy in Psoriasis