Based on the understanding of the molecular basis of skin diseases, this truly international book supports the reader to understand the mode of action of new and established therapies. Thus, by explaining the molecular pathology with its applications for therapy, it provides the reader with an up-to-date knowledge of the therapy of skin disease and helps to understand ongoing and new developments in the field. Written and edited by international and renowned dermatology experts from Europe, America and Asia, it also includes regional concepts of therapies.

The reader-friendly structure allows the reader to pick up the information quickly; for example, each chapter highlights practical hints for indications and applications. This lavishly illustrated book will support the reader to choose the most appropriate therapy for the patient and to reach a better treatment outcome. It will be an indispensable resource for dermatologists in university departments as well as in clinical practice.

Biology of the Skin

Immune Mechanisms
General Pharmacology
Immunomodulation in Dermatology
Basic Principles of Genetics and Gene Therapy
Percutaneous Absorption and Principles of Corneotherapy/Skin Care
Principles of Systemic Therapy
Retinoid Pharmacology
Ultraviolet (UV) A and (UV) B Phototherapy
Laser Therapy
Photodynamic Therapy
Dermatologic Surgery
Neurophysiology of Itch
Infectious Diseases
Bacterial and Mycobacterial Infections
Fungal Infection
Viral Infections
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Ectoparasitic and Protozoan Diseases
Papulosquamous Dermatoses
Psoriasis
Parapsoriasis and Related Disorders
Lichen Planus
Atopic Dermatitis and Related Diseases
Atopic Dermatitis
Pruritus
Urticaria
Mastocytosis
Allergic Reactions and Hypersensitive Diseases
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Photosensitivity Diseases
Drug Reactions
Hypersensitivity Syndrome Reaction
Eosinophilic Dermatoses
Neutrophilic Dermatoses
Skin Manifestations in Rheumatologic Disorders
Acne and Rosacea
Acne and Its Variants
Rosacea and Related Diseases
Autoimmune Diseases
Acquired Bullous Disease
Connective Tissue Diseases
Cutaneous Vasculitis
Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Vitiligo
Therapy of Noninfectious Granulomatous Diseases
Metabolic Diseases
The Porphyrias
Deposition Diseases
Cosmetic Dermatology
Hair Diseases (Alopecia Areata and Androgenetic Alopecia)
Nail Diseases
Hyperhidrosis
Disorders of Pigmentation
Cosmetic Surgery
Inherited Diseases
Inherited Bullous Diseases
Inherited Keratinocyte Diseases (Ichthyosis and Related Disorders)
Immunodeficiency Disorders
Disorders of DNA repair
Benign and Malignant Tumors
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
Malignant Melanoma
Treatment of Cutaneous Lymphomas
Vascular Malformations
Rare Malignancies of the Skin
Miscellaneous Disorders
Diseases of Pregnancy and Their Management
Pediatric Dermatology
Aging and Photoaging of the Skin
Occupational Dermatoses
Wound Healing.