Fundamentals of Hair and Scalp Dermoscopy

A concise, practical and easy-to-read resource for expert dermatologists and young practitioners that provides updated information on hair and scalp dermoscopy. The first part comprises basic knowledge on normal and abnormal trichoscopic structures. The second part provides a clinical and trichoscopic description of each disease.

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Trichoscopy is the dermoscopic imaging of the scalp and hair. The method is based on dermoscopy and videodermoscopy and is used for the evaluation and diagnosis of hair and scalp diseases.



This book provides clinicians and trainees with the latest advances in trichoscopy.



Divided into seventeen chapters, the text begins with an overview of the normal scalp and devices used in trichoscopy, both handheld and digital.



The following chapters examine numerous hair and scalp disorders including alopecia, hair shaft disorders, genetic skin diseases, autoimmune bullous disorders, tumours and much more.



Each chapter concludes with a summary of key points from the topic.



Edited by recognised experts in the field from the USA and Brazil, this comprehensive guide features more than 1000 clinical images, diagrams and tables to enhance learning.



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Comprehensive guide to trichoscopy for clinicians and trainees
Covers numerous disorders and emphasises key learning points for each topic
Recognised editor team from USA and Brazil
Includes more than 1000 images, diagrams and tables