Fisher's Contact Dermatitis, 6e (Rietschel, Fisher's Contact Dermititis)

Since its introduction in 1967, Alexander A. Fisher's Contact Dermatitis has been the one essential text for American dermatologists who see patients with contact dermatitis. The sixth edition, written for the third time by Robert L. Rietschel and Joseph F. Fowler, it still is. An encyclopedic reference that discusses all aspects of contact dermatitis, the updated edition will feature a full color atlas section as well as color images for the first time. The 6th edition provides updates on the following sections: -statistics and sources of rubber allergy -allergy to plastic chemicals, especially epoxies and acrylics -textile dyes and permanent press allergy -photo dermatitis -allergy to newer preservatives and other ingredients in skin and hair care products and cosmetics such as cocamidopropyl betaine, emulsifiers, methyldibromoglutaronitrile -metal allergy especially gold, nickel, rare metal allergy and allergy to dental materials, cardiovascular and orthopedic implants. -allergic cheilitis -oral lichen planus caused by metals, acrylics

since Its Introduction In 1967 Alexander Fisher's Contact Dermatitis Has Been The Essential Text For Dermatologists Who See Patients With Contact Dermatitis.

the Sixth Edition Of This Classic Work Is An Encyclopedic Reference That Discusses All Aspects Of Contact Dermatitis With Updates On The Following Sections:

• statistics And Sources Of Rubber Allergy
• allergy To Plastic Chemicals, Especially Epoxies And Acrylics
• textile Dyes And Permanent Press Allergy
• photo Dermatitis
• allergic Reaction To Ingredients In Skin And Hair Care Products
• metal Allergy, Especially Gold, Nickel, And Rare Metals
• allergy To Dental Materials, Cardiovascular And Orthopedic Implants
• oral Lichen Planus Caused By Metals And Acrylics

Special Features:

• includes A 16-page Color Atlas
• special Consideration Is Given To Children, The Elderly, And Atopic Individuals
• delineates The Difference Between Allergic And Irritant Contact Dermatitis
• outlines The Pros And Cons Of Different Testing Methods
• discusses Dermatitis As Related To Natural Herbs, Oils, And Supplements
• features An 80-page Appendix With Author Commentary

doody Review Services

reviewer:renata H. Mullen, Md(palo Alto Medical Foundation)
description:this Comprehensive, Authoritative Guide To Contact Dermatitis Is An Update Of The Classic Textbook By Dr. Alexander Fisher. Since The Field Of Contact Dermatitis Is Constantly Changing, Updating The Book Is Crucial. In This New Edition, The Authors Have Tried To Introduce New Material, Eliminate Redundancy, And Delete Some Less Pertinent Material. The Previous Edition Was Published In 2002.
purpose:the Authors Aim To Update And Continue The Publication Of A Classic, Comprehensive Book Of Contact Dermatitis. These Are Worthy Objectives, Which Are, For The Most Part, Met.
audience:it Is Written For Practicing Dermatologists, Allergists, Or Dermatology Residents Interested In Contact Dermatitis. Furthermore, It Is Useful For Physicians Working In Occupational Health And Safety.
features:the Book Is Arranged Into Chapters Primarily Based On Contact Allergen Categories, Such As Preservatives, Fragrance, Metals, Etc. The Remainder Covers The Basic Science Of Allergic Contact Dermatitis, Including Its Pathogenesis And Histology, As Well As Practical Aspects Of Patch Testing, Different Types Of Contact Dermatitides, And Contact Dermatitis Treatment. Another Section Includes Patient Handouts. Each Chapter Has A Unique Executive Summary That Features Crucial Points Of Each Topic. There Are Many Useful Tables, Such As One For Over-the-counter Cortisones Containing Parabens. Moreover, An Atlas Has Been Added To Highlight Some Of The Principles Discussed In The Text. Lastly, An Appendix Lists The Concentrations Of Each Patch Test Allergen, As Well As Its Exposure Sources And Cross-reactions. The Book Is Complete And Readable. The Only Shortcoming Is That It Occasionally Relies Too Heavily On Describing Study Results Rather Than Expounding On The General Principles.
assessment:this Is A Must For Anyone Interested In Contact Dermatitis. In A Field That Is Constantly Changing, This Updated Edition Is Welcome.

Title and Frontmatter 2 Contents 5 Preface 7 Glossary 8 1. Pathogenesis of Allergic Contact Hypersensitivity 9 2. Practical Aspects of Patch Testing 19 3. Predictive Testing for Human Contact Dermatitis 38 4. Histology of Contact Dermatitis 43 5. Role of Age, Sex, Color of Skin, and Atopic Status 46 6. Regional Contact Dermatitis 74 7. Noneczematous Contact Dermatitis 96 8. Systemic Contact-Type Dermatitis 118 9. Medications and Medical Devices, and Implications for the Medical Community 133 10. Medications from Plants 183 11. Antiseptics and Disinfectants 198 12. Topical Antimicrobials 218 13. Antihistamines 238 14. Local Anesthetics and Topical Analgesics 247 15. Topical Corticosteroids 262 16. Preservatives and Vehicles in Cosmetics and Toiletries 274 17. Hand Dermatitis Due to Contactants: Special Considerations 327 18. Textiles and Shoes 347 19. Medical Devices, Implants, and Equipment 378 20. Fragrance Allergy 401 21. Allergic Sensitization to Plants 413 22. Photocontact Dermatitis 462 23. Paresthesia Due to Contactants 478 24. Occupational Dermatitis 492 25. Cutting Oils, Solvents, Petrolatum, and Coal-Tar Products 528 26. Gases and Propellants 542 27. Plastics, Adhesives, and Synthetic Resins 550 28. Food Additives and Dyes 574 29. Rubber 589 30. Gums, Rosin, and Natural Resins 613 31. Contact Urticaria 623 32. Metals 649 33. Contact Stomatitis and Cheilitis 708 34. Treatment of Contact Dermatitis 730 35. Specific Instructions for Patients with Common Contact Allergens 739 Colour Plates 750 Appendix 766 Index 832 Since its introduction in 1967, Alexander Fisher's Contact Dermatitis has been the one essential text for dermatologists who see patients with contact dermatitis. An encyclopaedic reference that discusses all aspects of contact dermatitis, this updated edition features a full colour atlas section as well as colour images for the first time.