Kanerva’s Occupational Dermatology

Book excerpt: This latest edition contains a number of new and heavily revised chapters, taking into account recent developments in the understand and clinical management of occupational dermatitis. Since its first publication in 2000, Kanerva’s Occupational Dermatology has served as the main reference on occupational skin diseases for general and occupational dermatologists, occupational physicians, and health workers in other fields. It provides a comprehensive overview of clinical appearances, epidemiology, diagnostic approaches, contact materials, patient care, and prevention. This third edition has been revised and extended to take into account recent developments. The emphasis is very much on evidence-based dermatology, and the coverage is both completely up-to-date and exceptionally detailed. The layout allows for both in-depth reading and quick access to practical information, with the inclusion of concise tables, algorithms, and figures on how to optimize the diagnostic procedure for daily patient management. Kanerva’s Occupational Dermatology will continue to ensure that experts and students alike are acquainted with newly emerging conditions and the latest advances.