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There are many disorders of a lack of pigmentation in the skin, with different causations

and effects, of which vitiligo is only the best known; this comprehensive text from international

experts will enable clinicians to diagnose the full range of these conditions and suggest

the most effective management options for their patients.

Contents: Basic concepts of melanocyte biology * Approach to hypopigmentation *

Historical review of vitiligo * Epidemiology and classification of vitiligo * Pathophysiology

of vitiligo * Segmental vitiligo * Childhood versus post-childhood vitiligo * Pharmacological

therapy of vitiligo * Surgical treatment of vitiligo * Phototherapy and lasers in the treatment

of vitiligo * Emerging treatments for vitiligo * Tuberous sclerosis complex * Oculocutaneous

albinism * Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome, Chediak-Chigasi syndrome, and Griscelli

syndrome * Piebaldism * Waardenburg syndrome * Alezzandrini syndrome, Margolis

syndrome, Cross syndrome, and other rare genetic disorders * Mosaic hypopigmentation

* Skin disorders causing post-inflammatory hypopigmentation * Infectious and parasitic

causes of hypopigmentation * Melanoma leukoderma * Halo nevi * Drug-induced hypopigmentation

* Hypopigmentation from chemical and physical agents * Guttate hypomelanosis

and progressive hypomelanosis of the trunk (progressive macular hypomelanosis)

There are many disorders of a lack of pigmentation in the skin, with different causations

and effects, of which vitiligo is only the best known; this comprehensive text from international

experts will enable clinicians to diagnose the full range of these conditions and suggest

the most effective management options for their patients.

Contents: Basic concepts of melanocyte biology * Approach to hypopigmentation *

Historical review of vitiligo * Epidemiology and classification of vitiligo * Pathophysiology

of vitiligo * Segmental vitiligo * Childhood versus post-childhood vitiligo * Pharmacological

therapy of vitiligo * Surgical treatment of vitiligo * Phototherapy and lasers in the treatment

of vitiligo * Emerging treatments for vitiligo * Tuberous sclerosis complex * Oculocutaneous

albinism * Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome, Chediak-Chigasi syndrome, and Griscelli

syndrome * Piebaldism * Waardenburg syndrome * Alezzandrini syndrome, Margolis

syndrome, Cross syndrome, and other rare genetic disorders * Mosaic hypopigmentation

* Skin disorders causing post-inflammatory hypopigmentation * Infectious and parasitic

causes of hypopigmentation * Melanoma leukoderma * Halo nevi * Drug-induced hypopigmentation

* Hypopigmentation from chemical and physical agents * Guttate hypomelanosis

and progressive hypomelanosis of the trunk (progressive macular hypomelanosis)

This completely updated 4th edition now includes two volumes: it retains the easy-to-use handbook format of the previous successful book, while fulfilling the need for a review of the content. Taking into consideration recent advances in systemic and topical treatments, state-of-the-art lasers, and the latest evidence-based recommendations, it now includes biologic agents for psoriasis and their use as off-label treatments in other skin disorders, targeted agents for malignant melanoma and basal cell carcinoma, and new treatment modalities for rosacea, acne, atopic dermatitis, and urticaria, to name but a few. 

The European Handbook of Dermatological Treatments provides concise, up-to-date overviews of treatment guidelines and clinical pearls for a large number of skin diseases. It is divided into three main sections addressing the many different skin diseases, the drugs available for dermatological treatments, and the various methods applied in dermatology, including fillers, botulinum toxin, lasers, dermoscopy, cryosurgery, and electrosurgery. Written by a recognized expert in the field, each chapter focuses on a particular skin disease, illustrating current treatments while providing a brief synopsis of the etiology and clinical presentation of the disease. Treatment indications and contraindications, modes of action, and dosages are clearly identified and the content is enhanced by a wealth of clinical pictures and tables, making it an engaging tool for professionals, and a valuable learning resource for young practitioners, as well as postgraduate students and residents.