Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic Dermatitis
by Thomas Bieber (Editor), Donald Y. M. Leung (Editor)

Product Details:
* Hardcover: 656 pages
* Publisher: Informa Healthcare (April 23, 2002)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0824707427

Book Description
This reference explores the epidemiology, etiology, management, and pathophysiological mechanisms of atopic dermatitis and identifies potential genetic and environmental factors associated with allergic skin immune responses-compiling the latest research, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic strategies for the prevention, control, and treatment of this chronic inflammatory disease. Written by leading experts in the field, Atopic Dermatitis addresses · the clinical features of atopic dermatitis (AD) · the role of antigen-presenting cells, T-cells, and keratinocytes in pathogenesis · food hypersensitivity and infections in children · the identification and elimination of exacerbating components · emerging anti-inflammatory agents for controlling AD · the importance of animal models · the effect of AD on the emotional development of patients Discussing the mounting prevalence of skin disease, as well as its social and economic impact, Atopic Dermatitis is a definitive and essential guide for dermatologists, allergists, immunologists, pharmaceutical and cosmetic chemists, internists, pediatricians, epidemiologists, and graduate and medical school students in these disciplines.

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Reese and Betts' A Practical Approach to Infectious Diseases

Reese and Betts' A Practical Approach to Infectious Diseases
by Robert F Betts (Author), Stanley W Chapman (Author), Robert L Penn (Author)

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* Paperback: 1282 pages
* Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 5 edition (November 1, 2002)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0781732816

Book Description
Now in its thoroughly revised, updated Fifth Edition, this handbook is a practical, easily accessible, and authoritative guide to the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. Leading experts present realistic clinical approaches to infectious disease problems seen in hospital and outpatient settings and offer up-to-the-minute advice on antimicrobial use--including specific recommendations on dosages, routes of administration, and duration of therapy. Chapters are written in a user-friendly outline format that is ideal for quick reference. This edition includes complete information on new diseases, new antibiotics, and HIV antiviral agents.

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