Koushik Lahiri – författare

Pigmentation means coloring. Skin pigmentation disorders affect the color of the skin. Skin gets its colour from a pigment called melanin. Special cells in the skin make melanin. When these cells become damaged or unhealthy, it affects melanin production. Some pigmentation disorders affect just patches of skin. Others affect the entire body (MedlinePlus).This book is a comprehensive guide to pigmentary disorders. Beginning with an introduction to the field, the following chapters discuss the diagnosis and management of numerous different skin pigmentation disorders including vitiligo, melasma and ochronosis. Pigmentation abnormalities of hair and nails are also included.Key pointsComprehensive guide to pigmentary disorders of the skinCovers diagnosis and management of numerous different conditionsIncludes chapters on pigmentation abnormalities of hair and nailsHighly illustrated with more than 270 clinical photographs and illustrations

This two volume set is a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of dermatologic diseases and disorders for postgraduate trainees.Comprising 15 sections and 180 chapters across 1500 pages, the comprehensive text helps trainees prepare for examinations, focusing on questions commonly seen in previous exams.Beginning with an overview of the basics (history, anatomy, function, clinical signs etc), the following sections cover different types of skin disease.Each topic is discussed in depth, explaining its pathology, signs and symptoms, examination and  investigation techniques, diagnosis, and treatment methods.The book concludes with extensive sections on therapeutics and surgery.A complete section is dedicated to paediatric dermatology.Key points are summarised at the end of each chapter to assist learning.With contributions from more than 300 expert authors, the book is highly illustrated with algorithms, tables, diagrams, and photographs.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the use of lasers in the management of dermatological disorders and in cosmetic surgery.Beginning with an introduction to the technology of lasers and the setting up of a lasers practice, the following chapters discuss their use in different conditions including acne scars, leg veins, tattoo removal, treatment of lesions, pigmentary disorders, and much more.Highly illustrated with more than 200 images, this practical guide provides recent advances in the field, covering both theoretical and practical aspects, to ensure clinicians are fully up to date with the latest information and developments.Key PointsComprehensive guide to the use of lasers in the management of dermatological disorders and cosmetic surgeryCovers both theoretical and practical aspectsHighly illustrated with more than 200 imagesProvides recent advances to ensure clinicians have the latest information

This treatise aims to fill up the lacuna and to contribute significantly to the dissemination of knowledge about the indication/contraindication, mechanism of action, ethical use, side-effects and various other facets related to topical corticosteroid.Topical corticosteroids (TC) have greatly enhanced dermatologists’ ability to effectively treat several difficult dermatoses. The available range of formulations and potencies allows them to flexibly treat all groups of patients, different phases of disease, and different anatomic sites.Improper/incomplete knowledge about topical corticosteroids’ mechanism of action, indications, classifications, and contraindications has produced a rapid rise in the incidence of improper use of these drugs, which could potentially bring disrepute to this entire group of amazing drugs. Responsibility for disseminating proper knowledge regarding when, where, and how to use TC both to internists and patients primarily rests with dermatologists. In this regard, the benefits of rational and ethical use and the potential harm of overuse and misuse for nonmedical, especially cosmetic purposes, should be clearly conveyed before prescribing TC.