Publisher's Synopsis
With an emphasis on practical aspects of evaluation and diagnosis Colour Atlas and Text of Obstetric and Gynecologic Dermatology is a unique and integrated text covering both common and uncommon disorders. As correct diagnosis in dermatology depends on the identification and interpretation of visual signs, the emphasis throughout is on top quality colour illustrations of clinical and pathological appearances. The supporting text is concise but authoritative and up-to-date references complete each chapter. It is written by an international team of contributors, each writing on his/ her own specialty, so the 21 chapters are expertly presented, consistent and the illustrations are of the highest quality.;FEATURES: Written by a team of editors and contributors from both dermatological and obstetric & gynaecologic disciplines with special expertise in generalist teaching; Offers a unique description of the skin in pregnancy; Obstetric content includes skin diseases and manifestations of systemic disease which have an effect on the reproductive system and the impact of pregnancy on the skin; Comprehensive description of vulvar conditions including viral diseases, tumours, infections, and dermatoses