Atopic Dermatitis

de Thomas Bieber

This reference explores the epidemiology, etiology, management, and pathophysiological mechanisms of atopic dermatitis and identifies potential genetic and environmental factors associated with allergic skin immune responses-compiling the latest research, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic strategies for the prevention, control, and treatment of this chronic inflammatory disease.Written by leading experts in the field, Atopic Dermatitis addressesthe clinical features of atopic dermatitis (AD)the role of antigen-presenting cells, T-cells, and keratinocytes in pathogenesis food hypersensitivity and infections in children the identification and elimination of exacerbating components emerging anti-inflammatory agents for controlling ADthe importance of animal models the effect of AD on the emotional development of patientsDiscussing the mounting prevalence of skin disease, as well as its social and economic impact, Atopic Dermatitis is a definitive and essential guide for dermatologists, allergists, immunologists, pharmaceutical and cosmetic chemists, internists, pediatricians, epidemiologists, and graduate and medical school students in these disciplines.