Cutaneous Manifestations of Rheumatic Diseases provides comprehensive guidance on cutaneous manifestations of rheumatic disorders that concurrently affect the skin and musculoskeletal system.

Features:

• Complete coverage from the fundamentals of cutaneous immunology to specific information on the skin manifestations of lupus erythematosus, Sjogren's syndrome, Reiter's syndrome, and a range of other rheumatic disorders, helps you recognize key symptoms and improve treatment outcomes
• Consistent organization lets you locate needed facts in a flash
• Nationally organized contributors let you benefit from their years of clinical experience
• Special pediatric considerations alert you to issues critical in the treatment of your younger patiens
• More than 250 full-color illustrations help you identify disease manifestations at a glance

Contents

1. The Cutaneous Immune System: A Skin-based Perspective on Immunology
2. Lupus Erythematosus
3. Dermatomyositis
4. Systemic Sclerosis
5. Localized Cutaneous Sclerosis
6. Mucocutaneous Manifestations of Sjogren Syndrome
7. Rheumatoid Arthritis
8. Primary Systemic Vasculitis
9. Psoriatic Arthritis and Reiter Syndrome
10. Miscellaneous Rheumatic Diseases That Can Involve the Skin
11. Miscellaneous Disorders That Commonly Affect Both Skin and Joints
12. Infectious Diseases That Affect the Skin and Joint
13. Special Considerations Concerning the Cutaneous Manifestations of Rheumatic Diseases in Children
14. Immunosuppressive Therapies

Index

click here to see books • videos • cd-roms of related interest

ORDER NOW Cutaneous Manifestations of Rheumatic Diseases Second Edition by Richard D. Sontheimer 2004 • 318 pages • $148.00 + shipping Texas residents please add 6.75% sales tax