Atlas of Geriatric Dermatology

About this book

• Large number of stunning illustrations with descriptions and treatment options
• Easy to use key clinical resourse
• Structured to assist trainee and experience dermatologist alike

The book is not intended to include all the possible conditions that can manifest in the geriatric patient, nor does it address every possible differential diagnosis or treatment available for the various conditions. Included here are only the most commonly found conditions among the geriatric population and some of the appropriate treatments. A more comprehensive and detailed list of geriatric conditions can be found in the references listed.

Table of contents

Introduction and Definitions.- Overview.- Head to Toe evaluation—Regional Dermatoses.- Inflammatory Conditions.- Infections.- Skin Signs in Systemic Disease.- Benign Tumors.- Premalignant and Malignant Tumors