Dermatopathology: Diagnosis by First Impression, F ourth Edition

Dermatopathology: Diagnosis by First Impression is a pattern-based dermatopathology atlas that provides an authoritative guide to the microscopic differentiation of visually similar dermatological diseases. It includes new sections on alopecia and immunohistochemistry, over 100 new photomicrographs, and disease-based and alphabetical indexes. It is organized by microscopic pattern and offers self-assessment questions and algorithms for pattern analysis.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 12 May 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Dermatopathology is a field of medical study that focuses on diagnosing skin diseases by examining microscopic samples of skin tissue. It is a crucial tool for dermatologists, as it allows them to differentiate between different skin conditions that may appear similar to the naked eye. One of the most comprehensive and up-to-date dermatopathology atlases available is "Dermatopathology: Diagnosis by First Impression." This atlas is written by a team of expert dermatopathologists and provides a comprehensive guide to the microscopic differentiation of visually similar dermatological diseases.

The fourth edition of this atlas includes new sections on alopecia and immunohistochemistry, as well as over 100 new photomicrographs for a total of almost 1000 high-resolution and annotated figures. The "Key Differences" pages walk the reader through the identification of distinctive diagnostic features, and disease-based and alphabetical indexes make it simple to quickly locate necessary information.

One unique feature of this atlas is that it is organized by microscopic pattern rather than disease category. This makes it the perfect companion for slide analysis, as it allows the reader to focus on the specific characteristics of each disease. The book also offers self-assessment questions and algorithms for pattern analysis, as well as an introduction to gestalt diagnosis, focus on architectural patterns, and practical discussion of immunohistochemistry.

Expanded sections on melanocytic, soft tissue, and lymphoid lesions, as well as alopecia, are also included in the atlas. This makes it a valuable resource for practicing dermatologists and pathologists, as well as trainees who are interested in learning more about dermatopathology.

In conclusion, "Dermatopathology: Diagnosis by First Impression" is a comprehensive and up-to-date dermatopathology atlas that provides a valuable guide to the microscopic differentiation of visually similar dermatological diseases. It is written by a team of expert dermatopathologists and includes new sections on alopecia and immunohistochemistry, as well as over 100 new photomicrographs. The book is organized by microscopic pattern, making it the perfect companion for slide analysis, and offers self-assessment questions and algorithms for pattern analysis. It is also a valuable resource for practicing dermatologists and pathologists, as well as trainees who are interested in learning more about dermatopathology.

Weight: 1072g
Dimension: 278 x 219 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119826057