Dermal and Subcutaneous Growths
Abstract This chapter deals with nodular and cystic “lumps” in the skin ( Table 7.1 ). With the exception of lipomas, the lesions are located in the dermis, often with…
Principles of Diagnosis
Abstract The approach to a patient with skin disease does not differ markedly from the approach to any other patient. Data are collected from a history and physical examination (and…
Epidermal Growths
Abstract Neoplasms of the epidermis ( Table 5.1 ) are derived from a proliferation of basal cells or keratinocytes. Epidermal growths are recognized clinically by a localized thickening of the…
Pigmented Growths
Abstract The skin has one pigment-forming cell: the melanocyte. Melanocytes are dendritic cells found in the basal layer of the epidermis. Nevus cells, a type of melanocyte, found in the…
Dermatologic Therapy and Procedures
Abstract Because the skin is so accessible, it can be treated with a variety of therapeutic options not available for use in diseases of internal organs. Drugs for dermatologic therapy…
Structure and Function of the Skin
Abstract The skin is a large organ, weighing an average of 4 kg and covering an area of 2 m 2 . Its major function is to act as a…
Introduction
Key Points 1. Many outpatient visits are for dermatologic complaints 2. The patienťs chief complaint can be divided into two diagnostic skin diseases: growths and rashes Skin diseases are common…
Liposculpture of the Chest and Arms
CHAPTER 21 Liposculpture of the Chest and Arms Alfredo E. Hoyos David E. Guarin The silhouette of a healthy, fit person has certain distinctive features. For men, part of their…
Full Abdominoplasty With Circumferential Truncal SAFELipo and Subscarpal Fat Excision
CHAPTER 6 Full Abdominoplasty With Circumferential Truncal SAFELipo and Subscarpal Fat Excision Simeon Wall, Jr. Michael R. Lee Improvements in technique and instrumentation, better understanding of surgical anatomy, and greater…
High-Tension Abdominoplasty
CHAPTER 7 High-Tension Abdominoplasty Lorne King Rosenfield Abdominoplasty can be both deceivingly easy to perform and maddeningly difficult to perfect. The plastic surgeon is challenged to excise all of the…
