Atlas of Dermatologic Diseases in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients

The number of solid organ transplant recipients is increasing, leading to improved survival and quality of life. This atlas provides a guide to diagnosing and treating dermatoses in transplant recipients, covering immunosuppressive regimens, prevalence, and main diseases with illustrations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 447 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The global demand for solid organ transplants is on the rise, resulting in remarkable improvements in the survival rates and overall quality of life for recipients. However, this increased survival comes with a significant risk of graft rejection, necessitating long-term immunosuppression to prevent rejection. Unfortunately, this immunosuppressive therapy also increases the vulnerability of transplant recipients to developing neoplastic and infectious diseases.

To address this challenge, this practical and concise atlas offers a comprehensive guide to diagnosing and treating dermatoses in solid organ transplant recipients. It is designed to assist dermatologists, general practitioners, and physicians in effectively managing the dermatological conditions commonly observed in these patients.

The first three chapters delve into the topic of immunosuppressive regimens and the prevalence of dermatoses among transplant recipients. These chapters provide valuable insights into the relationship between immunosuppression and dermatological conditions, as well as the various types of dermatoses that can arise in this population.

The subsequent chapters are organized in a didactic manner, presenting the main diseases in a step-by-step approach. Each chapter includes a detailed discussion of the clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, and appropriate therapy options for the respective dermatoses. Numerous high-quality illustrations are included throughout the book to enhance understanding and aid in diagnosis.

By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date resource on dermatoses in solid organ transplant recipients, this atlas aims to assist healthcare professionals in delivering optimal care to this vulnerable population. It serves as a valuable tool for dermatologists, general practitioners, and physicians who are involved in the care of transplant recipients, allowing them to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field and provide the best possible treatment outcomes.

Weight: 973g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031133343
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022