This book discusses various aspects of atopic dermatitis and different strategies for its management. Atopic dermatitis is a disease characterized by reddened, itching and dry skin. This allergic disorder has a complicated etiology and shows an extremely high clinical heterogeneity which complicates its treatment procedure. This book discusses some of the physiological mechanisms of this disorder and the important role of host-microorganism interactions. An analysis of the clinical diagnostic procedure and the disease management protocols normally used are included within the book. It also...

The process in which a sample of skin tissue is removed, processed, and examined with the help of a microscope is referred to as skin biopsy. This book extensively discusses various important aspects and features of skin biopsy. These include an extensive account on site selection of a skin biopsy which optimizes diagnosis of several dermatological diseases and in many cases, acts as a therapeutic intervention utilized in monitoring the response to therapy. The book also discusses role and application of skin biopsy in the complete diagnosis of specific conditions such as Langerhan cell...

The process in which a sample of skin tissue is removed, processed, and examined with the help of a microscope is referred to as skin biopsy. This book is a compilation of selected topics related to the methods and applications of skin biopsy in diagnosing skin diseases. There have been several publications providing overview or interpretation of skin biopsy theories in a number of distinct skin diseases. However, only few of these books discuss in detail about perfecting skin biopsy methodologies. This book is an effort towards bridging this gap. It emphasizes on making use of current...

Extensive information regarding skin grafts and flaps has been provided in this book. Split thickness skin grafting procedure is a highly simple yet important procedure for achieving closure of a deep partial thickness or full thickness skin defect. It must be performed with caution and precision for a successful outcome. This book exclusively focuses on skin grafts. The three fundamental constituents of this procedure, namely preparation of wound bed, fixation of skin grafts to the recipient area to increase possibility of graft take and management of skin graft donor area for both full...