| Description |
1 online resource (x, 311 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color) |
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Basic and clinical dermatology ; 40 |
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Basic and clinical dermatology ; 40.
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| Contents |
Overview of the pathogenesis of acne / Guy F. Webster -- Cell biology of the pilosebaceous unit / Helen Knaggs -- Sebum secretion and acne / Philip W. Wertz -- The molecular biology of retinoids and their receptors / Anthony V. Rawlings -- Molecular biology of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors in relation to sebaceous glands and acne / Michaela M.T. Downie and Terence Kealey -- Antimicrobial peptides and acne / Michael P. Philpott -- Hormonal influences in acne / Diane Thiboutot -- Antimicrobial therapy in acne / Guy F. Webster -- Topical retinoids / Daniela Kroshinsky and Alan R. Shalita -- Phototherapy and laser therapy of acne / Guy F. Webster -- Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid therapy / Gabi Gross -- Treating acne with octadecenedioic acid: mechanism of action, skin delivery, and clinical results / Johann W. Wiechers [and others] -- The effect of sphingolipids as a new therapeutic option for acne treatment / Saskia K. Klee, Mike Farwick, and Peter Lersch -- 5[alpha]-reductase and its inhibitors / Rainer Voegeli [and others] -- Sebum: physical-chemical properties, macromolecular structure, and effects of ingredients / Linda D. Rhein, Joel L. Zatz, and Monica R. Motwani -- Targeted delivery of actives from topical treatment products to the pilosebaceous unit / Linda D. Rhein, Joel L. Zatz, and Monica R. Motwani -- Topical therapy and formulation principles / Steve Boothroyd -- In vitro models for the evaluation of anti-acne technologies / John Bajor |
| Summary |
Analyzes the pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, clinical features, and control of acne. With illustrations, this source delves into the available treatment options for difficult cases of acne and scarring and provides discussions of management regimens including topical and systemic therapies, laser treatments, and fresh medications |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Master and use copy. Digital master created according to Benchmark for Faithful Digital Reproductions of Monographs and Serials, Version 1. Digital Library Federation, December 2002. http://purl.oclc.org/DLF/benchrepro0212 MiAaHDL |
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Restricted: Printing from this resource is governed by The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK) and UK copyright law currently in force. WlAbNL |
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Print version record |
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| Subject |
Acne.
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Acne -- Treatment
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Acne Vulgaris
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Acne Vulgaris -- therapy
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- Skin.
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Acne
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Acne -- Treatment
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Acné.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Webster, Guy F.
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Rawlings, Anthony V., 1958-
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| LC no. |
2007005325 |
| ISBN |
9781420018417 |
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1420018418 |
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9780429163890 |
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0429163894 |
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