Handbook of Atopic Eczema edited by Thomas Ruzicka, Johannes Ring, Bernhard Przybilla.

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Other Authors: Ruzicka, Thomas (Editor), Ring, Johannes (Editor), Przybilla, Bernhard (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg : Springer Berlin Heidelberg : Imprint: Springer, 1991.
Edition:1st ed. 1991.
Series:Springer eBook Collection.
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Table of Contents:
  • Atopy: Condition, Disease, or Syndrome?
  • Epidemiology of Atopic Eczema
  • Genetic Aspects of Atopic Eczema
  • Clinical Symptoms of Atopic Eczema
  • Stigmata of the Atopic Constitution
  • Minimal Forms of Atopic Eczema
  • Complications and Diseases Associated with Atopic Eczema
  • Natural History of Atopic Eczema
  • Dry Skin and Inflammation
  • Occupational Aspects of Atopic Eczema with Emphasis on Atopic Hand Eczema
  • Allergic Contact Eczema and Atopic Eczema
  • Immunodeficiency Syndromes and Atopic Eczema
  • Atopic Eczema as a Psychosomatic Disease: A Model for Integrated Treatment
  • Histopathological and Immunohistological Aspects of Atopic Eczema
  • Clinical Aspects of Atopic Eczema: Synopsis
  • Regulation of IgE Synthesis
  • IgE Receptors on Langerhans Cells: Their Significance in the Pathophysiology of Atopic Eczema
  • IgG Subclasses in Atopic Eczema
  • Mast Cells in the Skin
  • Role of Eosinophils in Atopic Eczema
  • Role of Inhalant Allergens in Atopic Eczema
  • Role of Food Allergy in Atopic Eczema
  • Bacteria and Atopic Eczema: Merely Association or Etiologic Factor?
  • Changes in Cell-Mediated Immunity in Atopic Eczema
  • Role of Cyclic Nucleotide Metabolism in the Pathophysiology of Atopic Eczema
  • Role of Inflammatory Mediators in Atopic Eczema
  • Cytokines in Atopic Eczema
  • Vascular Reactivity in Atopic Eczema
  • The Pathophysiology of Itch
  • Sebaceous Gland Activity in Atopic Eczema
  • Disturbances of Epidermal Lipid Metabolism and Barrier Function in Atopic Eczema
  • The Phenomenon of Irritable Skin in Atopic Eczema
  • Environmental Pollution and Atopy
  • Animal Models of Atopic Eczema
  • The Pathophysiology of Atopic Eczema: Synopsis
  • Atopic Prophylaxis
  • Guidelines for Topical Treatment in Atopic Eczema
  • Syndets in the Treatment of Atopic Eczema
  • Topical Vehicles: Composition, Principles of Application and Action
  • Topical Treatment with Corticosteroids
  • Antimicrobial Agents in the Treatment of Atopic Eczema
  • Antihistamines
  • Mast Cell Blockers and Atopic Eczema
  • Significance of Climatic Factors in the Treatment of Atopic Eczema Atopic Constitutional Neurodermatitis
  • Unsaturated Fatty Acids in the Treatment of Atopic Eczema
  • Dietary Management in Atopic Eczema
  • Immunomodulation in the Treatment of Atopic Eczema
  • Ultraviolet Radiation Therapy of Atopic Eczema
  • Psychotherapeutic Approaches in the Treatment of Atopic Eczema
  • Therapy of Atopic Eczema: Synopsis.