Textbook of Psoriasis

Textbook of Psoriasis is a comprehensive and highly illustrated guide to this dermatological disorder.

This book is divided into twelve chapters, covering all aspects of psoriasis, from clinical, pathological and therapeutic, to the psychological impact of the condition. A general introduction is followed by chapters on epidemiology, aetiopathogenesis, paediatric psoriasis, pregnancy, HIV, and systemic disease. Later chapters include information on treatment and potential complications.

Textbook of Psoriasis is enhanced by over 300 full colour images and illustrations. The inclusion of several recent dermatology research studies pertaining to psoriasis make this book and authoritative and up to date resource for dermatologists.

Key Points

• Comprehensive and highly illustrated guide to psoriasis
• Updated with new research study findings
• 302 full colour images and illustrations

1. Introduction

2. Epidemiology

3. Aetio Pathogenesis

4. Clinical Aspects

5. Paediatric Psoriasis

6. Psoriasis and Pregnancy

7. Psoriasis and HIV

8. Psoriasis as a Systemic Disease

9. Investigations

10. Treatment

11. Complications and “The Psoriatic March”

12. Psychological Aspects, Course & Prognosis, Follow-up and Rehabilitation

Jayakar Thomas MD DD MNAMS PhD
Professor & Head, Department of Skin & STD, Sree Balaji Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India