Obstetric and Gynecologic Dermatology

Highly Commended at the British Medical Awards 2002

Still the only book to cover obstetric and gynaecologic dermatoses, over 700 colour photographs clearly illustrate the complete range of skin conditions found in obstetrics and gynaecology - this is an essential diagnostic tool. As in the first edition, an international team of dermatologists, gynaecologists and obstetricians bring you the only comprehensive atlas covering evaluation, diagnosis and management.

Improved throughout

Over 700 colour, clinical photographs aid diagnosis Boxes added throughout cover 'implications for the pregnant patient'More emphasis on treatmentFlow diagrams and boxed text give speedy access to informationAll chapters thoroughly up-datedContains basic dermatologic information, such as general introductions to treatment and rashes, making the book accessible to the non-dermatologistBook is completely updated throughout, especially the crucial chapter on vulval viral disease, which is expanded to cover AIDS, Simplex virus, HSV and VSV.Treatment algorithms added to the book where relevant.A new appendix on diagnosis and therapeutics included, which covers use of dermatologic medications in pregnancy.A new chapter on infectious disease in pregnancy added.Expanded chapter on eczema in pregnancy.New appendix covering differential diagnosis of rash during pregnancy added.Some material cut down to help the book appeal more to the non-dermatologist audience e.g. the first chapter on hormonal changes will be reduced. More general information added, e.g. general introductions to treatment and rashes, to help the non-dermatologist reader. Information will be brief so the dermatologist is not alienated.Boxes added throughout obstetric section which cover implications for the pregnant patient.More summary and learning points boxes added throughout the text.Key review articles now added to reference lists - these may be highlighted in some way.More American contributors added, and senior contributors (Lynette Margesson and Sam Vaughan-Jones) will help assist the editors to ensure the book remains accessible for the trainee.Index improved and expanded.