| Description |
1 online resource |
| Contents |
Editor biographies; Disease Overview; 1.1 Definition; 1.2 Epidemiology; 1.2.1 Incidence; 1.2.2 Prevalence; 1.3 Risk factors; 1.4 Mortality, morbidity, and quality of life; References; 2 Clinical Presentation of Hidradenitis Suppurativa; 2.1 Clinical presentation; 2.2 Types of lesions; 2.3 Involved areas; 2.4 Clinical course; 2.5 Prognosis and disease complications; 2.5.1 Physical impact; 2.5.2 Psychosocial impact; 2.6 Comorbidities and systemic associations; 2.6.1 Obesity and metabolic syndrome; 2.6.2 Smoking; 2.6.3 Follicular occlusion tetrad; 2.6.4 Inflammatory bowel disease |
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2.6.5 Arthritis and spondyloarthropathy2.6.6 Genetic syndromes; 2.6.7 Malignancy; References; 3 Pathophysiology of Hidradenitis Suppurativa; 3.1 Pathogenesis; 3.2 Genetics; 3.3 External factors; 3.4 Mechanical factors; 3.5 Endocrinology; 3.6 Inflammation; 3.7 The role of bacteria; 3.8 Immune dysregulation; 3.9 Key points; References; Diagnostic Workup; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Classification systems; 4.2.1 Hurley staging; 4.2.2 Modified Hidradenitis Suppurativa Score; 4.2.3 Hidradenitis Physician Global Assessment Scale; 4.2.4 Hidradenitis Suppurativa Clinical Response Score |
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4.3 Delay in diagnosis4.4. Differential diagnosis; 4.5 Referral criteria; References; 5 Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Preventative measures & lifestyle modifications; 5.3 Medical management; 5.3.1 Topical clindamycin; 5.3.2 Triamcinolone acetonide; 5.3.3 Clobetasol; 5.3.4 Topical resorcinol; 5.3.5 Oral antibiotics; 5.3.6 Hormonal therapy; 5.3.7 Oral retinoids; 5.3.8 Biologic therapies; 5.3.9 Immunosuppressive agents; 5.4 Radiotherapy; 5.5 Light and laser therapy; 5.6 Surgery; 5.7 Conclusion; References; Appendix; Diagnostic workup (tear-off sheet) |
| Summary |
A concise but comprehensive pocket handbook that provides an accessible and up-to-date introductory overview of this debilitating skin disease. Written by highly recognizable leaders in the field, this book presents essential information on the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management strategies and options for hidradenitis suppurativa, forming an ideal resource to increase awareness of this disease among healthcare professionals |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed April 5, 2017) |
| Subject |
Skin -- Diseases.
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Acne.
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Acne Vulgaris
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Skin Diseases
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MEDICAL -- Dermatology.
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Acne
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Skin -- Diseases
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Kimball, Alexa Boer, editor.
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Jemec, G. B. E. (Gregor B. E.), editor.
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| ISBN |
9783319505947 |
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3319505947 |
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3319505939 |
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9783319505930 |
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