Phototherapy And Photodiagnostic Methods For The Practitioner

Author : Chong Wei Sheng,Pan Jiun Yit,Tan Eugene Sern Ting
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789813146655

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Phototherapy And Photodiagnostic Methods For The Practitioner by Chong Wei Sheng,Pan Jiun Yit,Tan Eugene Sern Ting Pdf

Phototherapy, or the usage of light to treat diseases, is an important modality in a physician's therapeutic armamentarium. It is effective for a number of common skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and vitiligo. The accurate diagnosis of a photodermatosis or light-related skin disorder relies on a good clinical history and physical examination, supported by diagnostic investigations such as phototesting. Phototherapy and Photodiagnostic Methods for the Practitioner is the first published set of practical guidelines for Asian skin, drawing upon our cumulative clinical experience with phototherapy for various conditions at the National Skin Centre in Singapore, amalgamated with up-to-date evidence from the scientific literature. It is designed to serve as a concise and comprehensive reference manual for dermatologists, as well as clinicians, medical physicists and nurses with an interest in photodiagnostic investigations and phototherapy for the evaluation and treatment of skin disorders.

Author : Wei Sheng Chong,Jiun Yit Pan,Eugene Sern Ting Tan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : MEDICAL
ISBN : 9813146648

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Phototherapy and Photodiagnostic Methods for the Practitioner by Wei Sheng Chong,Jiun Yit Pan,Eugene Sern Ting Tan Pdf

"Phototherapy, or the usage of light to treat diseases, is an important modality in a physician's therapeutic armamentarium. It is effective for a number of common skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and vitiligo. The accurate diagnosis of a photodermatosis or light-related skin disorder relies on a good clinical history and physical examination, supported by diagnostic investigations such as phototesting. Phototherapy and Photodiagnostic Methods for the Practitioner is the first published set of practical guidelines for Asian skin, drawing upon our cumulative clinical experience with phototherapy for various conditions at the National Skin Centre in Singapore, amalgamated with up-to-date evidence from the scientific literature. It is designed to serve as a concise and comprehensive reference manual for dermatologists, as well as clinicians, medical physicists and nurses with an interest in photodiagnostic investigations and phototherapy for the evaluation and treatment of skin disorders."--Publisher's website.

Author : Jean Krutmann,Herbert Hönigsmann,Craig A. Elmets
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783662045114

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Dermatological Phototherapy and Photodiagnostic Methods by Jean Krutmann,Herbert Hönigsmann,Craig A. Elmets Pdf

This book is the most up-to-date publication on photodiagnostic and phototherapeutic methods used in dermatology. Edited by international experts in the field, it offers comprehensive information on every aspect of Photodiagnostics and Phototherapy. The book focuses on the clinical aspects: detailed descriptions of photo- and photochemotherapy for the treatment of selected diseases as well as standardized test protocols for photodermatoses and for the diagnosis of skin tumors are presented. The clinically oriented chapters are supplemented by practical guidelines for phototherapy and information about basic principles of photobiology.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2740 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Books
ISBN : STANFORD:36105111051640

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American Book Publishing Record by Anonim Pdf

Author : Hugo Van Bever,MarcieMom
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789814579537

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Living with Eczema by Hugo Van Bever,MarcieMom Pdf

This book is a unique collaboration between a mother of a child with atopic dermatitis (AD) and the doctor who is treating the child — it offers practical information on AD, recent research findings and tackles many aspects of living with eczema that patients have through the conversation between the mother and doctor. Therefore, this book is an up-to-date comprehensive resource for people suffering from AD, parents of children who suffer from AD and practitioners who treat AD. In brief, for everybody interested in AD. This book's importance in atopic dermatitis lies not only in its up-to-date comprehensive information, but also in that it offers an avenue where patients can have their questions answered by a doctor via the Q&A between the mother and the doctor. Patients may not be able to ask all the questions on their mind in a consultation, and this book totaling over 100 questions will have many of them answered. Contents:Learning about Eczema:Eczema BasicsNormal Skin versus Eczema SkinLiving with Eczema:Eczema DiagnosisTriggers for EczemaEczema PreventionEczema TreatmentAtopic Dermatitis in AdultsEczema and Beyond:The Pathophysiology of Atopic DermatitisThings that Don't WorkFuture Research on Atopic DermatitisConclusionAppendices:Daily Food JournalChecklist to Alternate Caregiver Readership: General public, parents of children with eczema. Key Features:Conversation between mother of child with eczema and DoctorRenowned professor in immunology and influential mom of eczema child who devoted more than two years to helping eczema families, online and offlineConcise, practical tips with no holds barred Q&AKeywords:Eczema;Allergy;Health;Children's Health;Pediatrics;Skin Diseases;Pediatric DermatologyReviews: “It is a unique book which systematically tackles must-know information about eczema. This book is a helpful supplement for any eczema patient or parent.” DermBytes

Author : Henry W. Lim,Herbert Honigsmann,John L. M. Hawk
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 495 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2007-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420019964

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Photodermatology by Henry W. Lim,Herbert Honigsmann,John L. M. Hawk Pdf

Covering the entire array of photodermatological topics necessary to stand at the head of this burgeoning discipline, this source contains expertly written chapters that offer recommendations and guidelines from opinion-forming international authorities. Reviewing the entire range of photodermatoses, as well as the management, treatment, i

Author : Ng See Ket,Goh Chee Leok
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2001-10-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789814491426

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The Principles and Practice of Contact and Occupational Dermatology in the Asia-Pacific Region by Ng See Ket,Goh Chee Leok Pdf

This invaluable textbook on contact and occupational skin diseases is written for dermatologists, occupational physicians and practitioners interested in dermatology who are working in the Asia-Pacific region. It consists of contributions from experts in contact and occupational dermatology from many parts of the region. While most other textbooks on this subject cater to Western practitioners, this book is unique in that it focuses on topics relevant to the Asia-Pacific region and the tropics, complementing the Western publications. There are differences in the epidemiology and clinical presentations of contact and occupational dermatitis in the Asia-Pacific countries and the tropics compared to the Western countries. This book addresses the epidemiology and the approaches to the topic in many Asia-Pacific countries. It is a simple practical guide to the principles and practice of managing patients with contact and occupational skin diseases. The editors have included many colour illustrations, to assist dermatologists and other practitioners in using the book more effectively. These illustrations have been painstakingly selected to bring out clinical features as succinctly as possible. Contents:Irritant Contact Dermatitis and Allergic Contact Dermatitis (S K Ng & C L Goh)The Immunology of Contact Dermatitis (Y H Leow)The Histology of Contact Dermatitis (S H Tan)Non-Eczematous Contact Dermatitis (C L Goh)Contact Urticaria (Y H Leow)Subjective Adverse Contact Reactions (G Yosipovitch & S K Ng)Contact Pigmentary Changes (S K Ng & C L Goh)Photocontact Dermatitis (P L Ng & S K Ng)Investigative Techniques in Contact Dermatitis (P Ang & S K Ng)Occupational Dermatoses (S L Goh et al.)The Management of Contact Dermatitis (Y H Leow & C L Goh)Allergens and Irritants (P Ang et al.)Regional Contact Dermatitis (T J Goon et al.)Systemic Contact Dermatitis (S K Ng & C L Goh)The Epidemiology of Contact Dermatitis in the Asia-Pacific Region (U Budimulja et al.)Appendix 1 — Bioengineering Techniques in Contact Dermatitis (G Yosipovitch)Appendix 2 — Laboratory Procedures in Occupational Contact Dermatitis (D Koh) Readership: Dermatologists and occupational physicians. Keywords:Contact Dermatitis;Patch Test;Prick Test;Industrial Dermatitis;Irritant Contact Dermatitis;Allergic Contact Dermatitis;Contact Urticaria;Phytodermatitis;Epidemiology of Skin Diseases;Photodermatitis

Author : Muthupandian Saravanan,Hamed Barabadi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-05
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783030743307

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Cancer Nanotheranostics by Muthupandian Saravanan,Hamed Barabadi Pdf

Nanotechnology is an interdisciplinary research field that integrates chemistry, engineering, biology, and medicine. Nanomaterials offer tremendous opportunity as well as challenges for researchers. Of course, cancer is one of the world's most common health problems, responsible for many deaths. Exploring efficient anticancer drugs could revolutionize treatment options and help manage cancer mortality. Nanomedicine plays a significant role in developing alternative and more effective treatment strategies for cancer theranostics. This book mainly focuses on the emerging trends using nanomaterials and nanocomposites as alternative anticancer material’s. The book is divided into three main topic areas: how to overcome existing traditional approaches to combat cancer, applying multiple mechanisms to target the cancer cells, and how nanomaterials can be used as effective carriers. The contents highlight recent advances in interdisciplinary research on processing, morphology, structure, and properties of nanostructured materials and their applications to combat cancer.Cancer Nanotheranostics is comprehensive in that it discusses all aspects of cancer nanotechnology. Because of the vast amount of information, it was decided to split this material into two volumes. In the first volume of Cancer Nanotheranostics, we discuss the role of different nanomaterials for cancer therapy, including lipid-based nanomaterials, protein and peptide-based nanomaterials, polymer-based nanomaterials, metal-organic nanomaterials, porphyrin-based nanomaterials, metal-based nanomaterials, silica-based nanomaterials, exosome-based nanomaterials and nano-antibodies. In the second volume, we discuss the nano-based diagnosis of cancer, nano-oncology for clinical applications, nano-immunotherapy, nano-based photothermal cancer therapy, nano-erythrosomes for cancer drug delivery, regulatory perspectives of nanomaterials, limitations of cancer nanotheranostics, the safety of nano-biomaterials for cancer nanotheranostics, multifunctional nanomaterials for targeting cancer nanotheranostics, and the role of artificial intelligence in cancer nanotheranostics.

Author : Steven Q. Wang,Henry W. Lim
Publisher : Adis
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3319805584

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Principles and Practice of Photoprotection by Steven Q. Wang,Henry W. Lim Pdf

Written by internationally recognized leaders, and covering all facets of photoprotection, this book summarizes the beneficial roles of photoprotection in skin cancers, photoaging, photodermatoses, autoimmune diseases, and other skin conditions. It provides an update on the current state of UV filters, boosters, photostabilizers and formulation of sunscreen, and showcases the current techniques and regulation in the evaluating of UV filters and sunscreen products. Furthermore, it discusses the role of nanotechnology, antioxidants, DNA repair technology, and oral and systemic agents in photoprotection. Each chapter encapsulates decades of clinical, research or practical experience on topics that will surely be an interest for clinicians, researchers, industry scientists, regulators, and consumers.

Author : Richard B. Weller,Hamish J. A. Hunter,Margaret W. Mann
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-01-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780470659526

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Clinical Dermatology by Richard B. Weller,Hamish J. A. Hunter,Margaret W. Mann Pdf

The best-selling text has been completely revised and revitalised in this fifth edition, with the authors once again encouraging general practitioners, medical students, general physicians and early stage dermatology specialist trainees and interns to relish the unique challenge of diagnosing and treating skin conditions. Clinical Dermatology, 5th edition contains over 400 high quality pictures and diagrams combined with colourful phrases to illustrate and entertain as it teaches. The book has established a reputation as a ‘way of learning’ and as an accessible guide to the subject for the aspiring specialist. Readers are guided through the maze that too often lies between the presenting skin complaint and its final diagnosis and treatment. The authors have skilfully crafted an easily read text with enough detail to clarify the subject, but not enough to obscure it. This fifth edition contains new chapters on non-invasive physical treatment and dermoscopy, and new material on cosmetic dermatology, surgical dermatology, the skin and the psyche, and dermatoses of non-Caucasian skin. The text throughout the book has been updated in line with developments in the science and practice of dermatology. “... brilliantly succeeds in enticing you to look further. The writing is clear, and the joint British-American authorship avoids any parochial views.” From a review of a previous edition in BMJ “...a very well-presented book...an excellent aid for teaching. I recommend this book highly to individuals and departments.” From a review of a previous edition in J Derm Treatment “… provides a good overview of the structure and function of the skin as well as a good foundation for learning dermatology…well organized and includes a chapter dedicated to skin signs of systemic disease which is not covered in the other dermatology primers.” From a review of a previous edition in JAMA

Author : Shamim I. Ahmad
Publisher : Springer
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319560175

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Ultraviolet Light in Human Health, Diseases and Environment by Shamim I. Ahmad Pdf

This book is about the roles and importance of Ultraviolet (UV) light from sun and from man-made UV lamps in our daily life, on health and diseases, also its application in sterilization and treatment. The key words are: reactive oxygen species, DNA damage, UV mutagenicity, skin cancers, polymorphous light eruption, Xeroderma pigmentosum, vitiligo, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndromes, cardiovascular diseases, dermatology, photobiology, photodermatosis, vitamin D synthesis, vitamin D efficiency, water sterilization, blood sterilization, phototherapies, skin tanning and UV dosimeter. The book starts with introduction to UV light and the history of development of UV lamps and its applications. It then moves to describing the interaction of this light with biological components and the production of reactive oxygen species, their roles in cell signaling, cellular defense from foreign invaders, in mutagenesis leading to skin diseases including vitiligo, polymorphous light eruption and various forms of skin cancer. Then it presents the synthesis and importance of UV light and diseases, induced due to the deficiency of vitamin D. Roles of UV light in sterilization, disinfection, phototherapies are depicted in the next part and finally use and abuse of UV light in tanning salon and the availability and importance of use of UV dosimeter are highlighted. The three main focuses of this book are: - Damage to biological systems by UV light leading to certain skin diseases; most importantly skin cancers. - Importance of UV light in the in vivo synthesis of vitamin D when human bodies are exposed to it. - Diseases caused due to the deficiency of vitamin D and the use of UV lamps in phototherapy and sterilization processes. The editor has considerable experience in publishing medical books and has used it critically selecting the matters which will attract the readers from many areas of medical and non-medical fields. It is hoped that the materials presented in this book will give great benefit and will stimulate both novice and expert researchers in the field. The book gives excellent overviews of the current status of research and pointers to the future research achievements. Clinicians, medical general practitioners, technicians and staff working in UV related industries and especially those working in tanning salon should benefit from the information presented in safe handling of this light.

Author : Arthur N. Chester,S. Martellucci,A.M. Verga Scheggi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781468472875

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Laser Systems for Photobiology and Photomedicine by Arthur N. Chester,S. Martellucci,A.M. Verga Scheggi Pdf

This volume contains the Proceedings of a two-week NATO Advanced Study Institute on "Laser Systems for Photobiology and Photomedicine", conducted from May 11 to 20, 1990 in Erice, Italy. This is the 15th annual course of the International School of Quantum Electronics (ISQE), organized under the auspices of the "Ettore Majorana" Center for Scientific Culture. The application of lasers to medicine and surgery has made amazing progress since the last ISQE Course on this subject in 1983. The present Proceedings give a tutorial introduction to today's most important areas, as well as a review of current results by leading researchers. Among the possible approaches to a NATO Advanced Study Institute on Laser Systems for Photobiology and Photomedicine, we chose to emphasize the scientific and technological aspects of advanced laser systems when applied to laboratory and clinical tests. Since it is the policy of the School to stress the advanced scientific and techn·ological achievements in the field of Quantum Electronics, the Course broadly covers performance already achieved and potential applications.

Author : John Harvey Kellogg
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2024-03-14
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1684228778

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Light Therapeutics by John Harvey Kellogg Pdf

2024 Reprint of the 1910 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. The scientific use of light to heal the body in modern times was predominantly an invention of nineteenth-century health reformers; and while the religion of the ancient Egyptians was far from most of the minds of practitioners of light therapy, they were nevertheless participating in an ancient practice of looking to the sun for health. In his 1910 work, Light Therapeutics, Kellogg summed up the short history of light therapy (also called phototherapy or heliotherapy) yet also recognized its ancient roots: "Heliotherapy, or the use of sunlight as a curative means, is one of the oldest of natural healing agents....It is only within the last twenty years, however, that the physiological and therapeutic effects of light derived from natural and artificial sources have been made the subject of careful scientific study. Within this period numerous investigators have devoted themselves to the study of this subject, and the extended researches [sic] that have been made have resulted in the development of a new class of therapeutic methods, principles and measures which constitute the science of phototherapy." Quoted from: https: //link.springer.com/article/10.1057/s42738-022-00092-7 This book describes in detail Kellogg's philosophy and practice of curing ailments with the use of light. Profusely illustrated.

Author : Leonard I. Grossweiner,James B. Grossweiner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2005-01-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1402028830

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The Science of Phototherapy: An Introduction by Leonard I. Grossweiner,James B. Grossweiner Pdf

This volume emphasizes the science underlying the various phototherapy procedures, which encompasses aspects of classical and molecular photophysics, biological photochemistry, photobiology and biophotonics. Suitable as an introductory reference or textbook.

Author : Fava,Giovanni Andrea Fava,N. Sonino,T. N. Wise
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9783805598538

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The Psychosomatic Assessment by Fava,Giovanni Andrea Fava,N. Sonino,T. N. Wise Pdf

Expands and refines the psychosomatic approach in clinical practice Psychosomatic medicine has developed methods to increase diagnostic accuracy and improve targeted therapeutic approaches in all fields of medicine. In this context, clinimetrics, the science of clinical measurements, provides unprecedented opportunities for psychosomatic assessment. This volume illustrates how this approach can be translated into everyday practice complementing and improving the medical interview. The most sensitive and reliable clinical methods are presented for evaluating specific psychosocial aspects of disease, i.e. childhood adversities, life events and chronic stress, lifestyle, sexual function, subclinical and affective disturbances, personality, illness behavior, well-being and family dynamics. Each chapter provides practical illustrations as to how crucial information can be obtained with specific methods individualized according to the patients' needs. A hyperlink is provided to a website that contains many of the instruments assessed in the volume. This book enables the reader to understand the value of the psychosomatic approach in clinical practice. It is intended to expand and refine the skills of clinicians who work in general and specialized medicine and psychiatry, whether physicians, psychologists or other health professionals.