As we know from numerous studies, the effective use of dermoscopy by trained and experienced clinicians markedly improves diagnostic accuracy and reduces the number of unnecessary excisions of skin lesions. The Definitive Guide to Dermoscopy and Diagnosis of Benign and Malignant Skin Lesions is based on the Health Cert online Professional Diploma of Dermoscopy developed in collaboration with the International Dermoscopy Society (IDS).
Featuring real patient case studies, thousands of illustrations and practical advice on skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, this comprehensive reference is a true “Dermoscopy Bible” comprising the extensive expertise of the 14 most influential experts and global pioneers in Dermoscopy.
Aimed at primary care practitioners, skin cancer specialists, dermatologists and any medical professional with an interest in skin cancer medicine or general dermatology, this 540-page guide provides the substantial knowledge required to diagnose a wide range of lesions on any body part, skin type and patient group.
Table of Content
PREFACE
INTRODUCTION: PHILIPP TSCHANDL – Page 1
Introduction to Dermoscopy: How It Works
CHAPTER 1 - GIUSEPPE ARGENZIANO – Page 7
Algorithms, the Comparative Approach and the Elephant Approach
CHAPTER 2 - CLIFF ROSENDAHL – Page 41
Chaos and Clues: A Decision Algorithm for Pigmented Skin Lesions
CHAPTER 3 - IRIS ZALAUDEK – Page 59
Benign Non-Melanocytic Skin Tumours
CHAPTER 4 - HARALD KITTLER – Page 71
Malignant Non-Melanocytic Lesions
CHAPTER 5 - RAINER HOFMANN-WELLENHOF – Page 95
Melanocytic Naevi
CHAPTER 6 - ASHFAQ A. MARGHOOB – Page 115
Melanoma
CHAPTER 7 - HARALD KITTLER – Page 139
Facial Lesions
CHAPTER 8 - MASARU TANAKA – Page 171
Acral Lesions
CHAPTER 9 - IRIS ZALAUDEK – Page 185
Identifying Pink Tumours
CHAPTER 10 - ANDREAS BLUM – Page 205
Mucosal Lesions in Dermoscopy
CHAPTER 11 - CATERINA LONGO – Page 217
Difficult Benign Lesions