Neonatal dermatology
By: [edited by] Lawrence F. Eichenfield, Ilona J. Frieden, Nancy B. Esterly.
Contributors: Eichenfield, Lawrence F.; Frieden, Ilona J.; Esterly, Nancy B., 1935-
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Saunders Elsevier
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Philadelphia, Pa
Language: eng
Number of pages: 567
ISBN-13: 9781416034322
Subjects: Pediatric dermatology.; Newborn infants -- Diseases.; Skin Diseases.; Child.; Infant.
Description: Comprehensive and heavily illustrated, this is a unique reference for anyone involved in the diagnosis and treatment of dermatologic diseases in infants and newborns. In addition to over 500 superb photographs of normal and abnormal skin conditions, this latest edition also includes new algorithms, new tables, and new care plans. Simple to use text and tables for reference during daily practice. Comprehensive information on infant skin care and toxicology. Differential diagnosis aided by lists, text and images. Assists with work-up and management of common and rare conditions.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Fetal skin development; title: Structure and function of newborn skin; title: Lesional morphology and assessment; title: Skin of the premature infant; title: Neonatal skin care and toxicology; title: Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures; title: Transient benign cutaneous lesions in the newborn; title: Iatrogenic and traumatic injuries; title: Developmental abnormalities; title: Vesicles, pustules, bullae, erosions and ulcerations; title: Epidermolysis bullosa; title: Bacterial infections; title: Viral infections; title: Fungal infections, infestations and parasitic infections in neonates; title: Eczematous and papulosquamous disorders; title: Diaper area eruptions; title: Erythrodermas, immunodeficiency, and metabolic disorders; title: Disorders of cornification (ichthyosis); title: Inflammatory and purpuric eruptions; title: Vascular stains, malformations and tumors; title: Hypopigmentation disorders; title: Disorders of hyperpigmentation and melanocytes; title: Lumps, bumps and hamartomas; title: Disorders of the subcutaneous tissue; title: Neoplastic and infiltrative diseases; title: Selected hereditary diseases; title: Neonatal mucous membrane disorders; title: Hair disorders; title: Nail disorders.