Mosbys Color Atlas And Text Of Dermatology

A wide range of health care professionals, from the specialist dermatologist to the general or primary care practitioner, will benefit from MOSBY'S COLOR ATLAS AND TEXT OF DERMATOLOGY. It offers a heavily illustrated and thorough overview of dermatology, covering basic structure and function of the skin, diagnostic techniques, and dermatoses. The profusion of high-quality clinical photos reflects the vital importance of learning how to recognize and interpret physical signs of skin disease for common and obscure conditions. Electron micrographs and explanatory artworks supplement the clinical photos, illustrate and clarify relevant causative agents and underlying pathology. The accompanying text gives a simple, succinct account of each disease, with brief discussions of cause, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, investigations and management. * Features high quality clinical photography which accurately depicts the clinical appearance of skin conditions and reflects the vital importance of learning how to recognize and interpret physical signs. * Illustrates many standard dermatologic examples to reflect real-life experience. * Includes a high level of clinical and symptom discussions for day-to-day practical use. * Gives brief descriptions and clinical and pathological appearances of dermatologic diseases for a good overview and quick reference. * Clear and concise text to facilitate learning and review.

The 3rd Edition of this popular reference presents a superb collection of over 600 illustrations of both common and rare skin disorders and is fully updated to reflect changing clinical practices and incidences of disease. This pocket-sized text offers excellent representation of all skin types, along with full explanatory captions for each illustration. It also includes is a glossary of dermatological morphological descriptions and comprehensive index. A thorough caption describes the key clinical features of each illustration. A glossary at the beginning of the book defines dermatological morphology. Coverage of both pediatric and adult patients equips readers to recognize specific skin conditions in people of all ages. Representation of all skin types accurately reflects the diversity of the patient population. The compact, pocket-size format facilitates reference in any setting.

High-quality color photographs enhance this completely updated, practical guide to the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases in neonates, infants, children, and adolescents. The text features a clinically oriented approach to pediatric skin disorders and includes a differential diagnosis index. New features in the 3rd Edition include greatly expanded patient education handouts and updated diagnostic, genetic, and therapeutic information. Appendix information incorporates a formulary for common dermatologic conditions. 500 full-color photographs, 2 full-color line drawings, and 23 one-color line drawings enhance the lucid, practical text. A Problem-Oriented Differential Diagnosis Index covers both the front- and end-papers, offering a convenient index for busy practitioners who encounter a difficult or unclear case. A concise Dermatopharmacology and Topical Formulary designed specifically for pediatric patients helps clinicians develop therapeutic regimens. An expanded Patient Information section enables physicians to duplicate the sheets for use in their own practices. The authors direct readers to the section when appropriate.

Mosby’s Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions has been acclaimed by students and educators for its clarity, comprehensiveness and currency. Now in its second edition, a thorough revision of this definitive reference for the ANZ region enhances the classic Mosby dictionary features and sees in its over 2000 pages: precise and clear entries, plus encyclopaedic entries of significant terms; generous illustrations and apt use of tables a detailed colour atlas of anatomy enhances the comprehension of anatomical terms local spelling conventions and phonetic pronunciation guides fully revised etymologies Online resources include a regional spellchecker, a printable colour atlas, all images from the text, and 18 valuable appendices, 9 of which appear in the main text. encyclopaedic definitions comprehensive entries for numerous fully updated drugs over 2400 high quality full-colour illustrations and photographs to enhance and clarify definitions of terms regionalised spellchecker over 300 new drug entries over 500 new images, including uniquely Australian sourced images for illustrating terms of particular local relevance a total of 73 new and updated tables to provide key reference information to supplement definitions revised to update and refine existing material and incorporate many new terms, tables and illustrations to ensure currency and relevance all appendices have been updated to include the latest information new terms include Swine influenza, Hendra disease, Nipah virus, Avian influenza, Multi-drug resistant TB and Vancomycin resistant enterococcus plus many, many more

This highly visual atlas, comprised of over 2,000 outstanding full-color photos and images, illustrates a comprehensive number of skin disorders and conditions, plus gives a concise approach to diagnosis, investigations, and treatment. Its large size and consistent organization, in addition to the high*quality color images, make this book ideal for use as a clinical reference. It takes a fresh look at the broad spectrum of modern dermatology and translates it into a visually stunning and clinically focused format. The most comprehensive collection of dermatological images available in a single volume - over 35% more than any comparable atlas Designedas a practical guide to dermatology, with emphasis on clinical aspects (diagnosis, differential diagnosis, tests and treatment) rather than basic science Clear and consistent chapter structure ensures that information is easily accessible International author team ensures a global balance Concise coverage of diagnosis, investigations and treatment through tables and summaries Each chapter covers a specific topic and is consistently structured around 3 main subheadings per disease: Definition/Aetiology; Clinical features; Treatment Extensive contents list aids navigation within a topic Each chapter is critically referenced, including large reviews, CME articles, etc Full international coverage Young and enthusiastic author team with extensive writing experience

So much more than just a bestselling dictionary, Mosby's Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions, 9th Edition is a one-stop reference to help you make sense of the complex world of health care. It features over 56,000 authoritative definitions, 45 appendixes, a color atlas of the human body, online resources, and more than 2,450 full-color illustrations - nearly three times more than any other dictionary available - making it an indispensible reference for students and professionals alike. UNIQUE! More than 2,450 color photographs and line drawings demonstrate and explain complex conditions and abstract concepts. A Color Atlas of Human Anatomy contains 43 pages of clearly labeled drawings for easy A&P review and reference. Over 56,000 comprehensive, authoritative, high-quality definitions - including expanded definitions for selected entries, particularly major diseases, disorders, and procedures - offer the latest information on pathophysiology, treatment and interventions, and nursing care. 23 appendixes - 13 in the dictionary and 10 on the companion Evolve website - offer quick access to useful reference information, such as lab values, symbols and abbreviations, language translation guides, pharmacology, infection control standards, conversion tables, and clinical calculations. A strict, common-sense alphabetical organization with no subentries makes it easy to find key terms and definitions. NEW! Over 300 new and updated illustrations visually clarify key definitions and reflect current health care practice and equipment. NEW! Approximately 11,000 new and revised definitions reflect the latest developments in health care, drugs, and nursing terminology. NEW! Editor Marie O'Toole, EdD, RN, FAAN lends her expertise to this new edition, reviewing and revising all definitions and assembling a team of leading consultants and contributors.

A beautifully illustrated and comprehensive pocket atlas of clinical dermatology Color Atlas of Dermatology is an illustrated guide to the broad spectrum of dermatological pathologies. This easy-to-use book provides a wealth of practical knowledge essential in both daily practice and when planning treatment. The atlas organizes the main areas of clinical dermatology in a user-friendly format—presenting short, precise descriptions on the left and illustrative images on the right. This text brings you the most practical and comprehensive information. It begins with the basic principles of dermatological practice, followed by a thorough study of each disease accompanied by techniques for diagnoses and treatment. Treatment procedures include surgery, pharmacotherapy, and the physical modalities. The instructive color plates are an invaluable aid in visualizing even the most complex relationships. Features: Hundreds of detailed images of actual cases, including graphic illustrations of diagnostic and therapeutic pathways Valuable treatment notes for all common dermatological conditions All of the current scientific knowledge of dermatology combined with the classic Thieme Flexibook layout with a double-page spread The Color Atlas of Dermatology is a handy clinical reference for dermatologists and general practitioners, as well as an excellent review tool for medical students.

Mosby's Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions has been acclaimed by students and educators for its clarity, comprehensiveness and currency. Now in its third revised edition, a thorough revision of this definitive reference for the Australian and New Zealand region enhances the classic Mosby Dictionary features and offers all of the following: Over 39 000 clear, precise entries, plus encyclopaedic entries of significant terms Over 2000 high quality images and the apt use of tables to demonstrate and clarify More than 30 medical and health specialties represented A detailed colour atlas of anatomy, enhancing the comprehension of anatomical terms Local spelling conventions and phonetic pronunciation guides throughout Fully revised etymologies Comprehensive entries for numerous drugs Valuable appendices, including normal laboratory values for adults and children, units of measurement, nutrition guidelines, assessment guides, immunisation schedules, infection control and herb-drug interactions ONLINE FEATURES: Access to all online resources Regionalised spellchecker Printable colour atlas of human anatomy Image collection offers all images for online viewing 5 comprehensive appendices