Morphea and Related Disorders

Morphea and Related Disorders is a comprehensive reference on morphea. The book covers the subject in 20 chapters. The book starts with a detailed introduction and history of the morphea and its various classifications systems. Next, the book progresses into epidemiology, predisposing factors and pathogenic mechanisms, followed by histopathology for morphea diagnosis and a detailed review of clinical presentations. Subsequent chapters cover associated diseases and extracutaneous manifestations, medical investigations, treatment guidelines and special topics (Idiopathic atrophoderma of Pasini and Pierini, Linear atrophoderma of Moulin, Parry-Romberg syndrome, Lichen sclerosus, pediatric morphea and eosinophilic fasciitis). Key features The most detailed reference book on morpheaEasy and simple language for readersChapter synopsis at the beginning of each chapterLearning points at the end of the chapterMore than 100 high resolution colored photographsInformation boxes and tables to enhance readability.Covers basic knowledge on morphea, including pathogenesis, clinical presentations, and classificationIncludes guidelines for professionalsIncludes chapters on special topics for advanced readers Morphea and Related Disorders is the definitive reference book for medical students, residents, instructors, and physicians. Readership Medical students, instructors, and physicians (dermatologists, rheumatologists, and general physicians)