This book is the first volume in the World Clinics: Dermatology series. It provides dermatologists with the most recent developments in the treatment of acne and associated disorders. Beginning with an introduction to the pathogenesis of acne and the role of microbiology, the following chapters discuss associated aspects including the role of nutrition, acne and PCOS, adult acne, and acne co-morbidities. The following sections discuss different treatments for acne including light and laser therapy, and a complete chapter is dedicated to the management of acne scars. With contributions from internationally recognised experts from through Europe and the USA, this useful guide includes more than seventy clinical photographs and tables, as well as extensive references in each chapter.

Key points

Provides dermatologists with most recent developments in diagnosis and treatment of acne

Covers numerous associated conditions

Chapter dedicated to management of acne scars International author team from Europe, the USA and Asia

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Contents

Chapter 01 NormaI Skin Pattern
Chapter 02 The Spongiotic and Psoriasiform Patterns
Chapter 03 The Interface and Perivascular Periadnexal Patter
Chapter 04 The Blistering and Acantholytic Patterns
Chapter 05 Follicular Processes
Chapter 06 The Nodular and Diffuse Dermal Infiltrative Patte
Chapter 07 The Vasculopathic Pattern
Chapter 08 Panniculitis
Chapter 09 Fibrosing Dermatitis
Chapter 10 The Depositional Pattern
Chapter 11 The Melanocytic Tumors
Chapter 12 Epithelia I Neoplasms
Chapter 13 Adnexal Neoplasms
Chapter 14 The Mesenchymal Tumors