Dermoscopy in Darker Skin

Dermatoscopy (also known as dermoscopy or epiluminescence microscopy) is the
examination of skin lesions with a 'dermatoscope'. This traditionally consists of a
magnifier (typically xIO), a non-polarised light source, a transparent plate and a
liquid medium between the instrument and the skin,and allows inspection of skin
lesions unobstructed by skin surface reflections. This book is a comprehensive
guide to the diagnosis of skin disorders by dermoscopy. The book describes the
technique and its use for different skin disorders and tumors,and more.Each case is
highly illustrated with clinical photographs and diagrams,and includes a summary
of the key features of the topic and dermoscopic clinical pearls. The book
emphasizes on areas of dermoscopic practice, which are more relevant to the skin
disorders. This book is a comprehensive set of images with descriptions and
supporting text, prepared in a readily readable and understandable form for its
ready application in day-to-day practice. This book grasps and keeps vital
information, succinct text, and dynamic illustrations that facilitate learning in a
highly visual approach. Physicians, researchers and students will find this book
valuable.