A Comprehensive Guide to Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder that is often under-recognized and challenging to manage. This book consolidates the latest scientific evidence on HS, covering its diagnosis, pathophysiology, comorbidities, and medical and surgical interventions. Written by global experts, it serves as a comprehensive reference for clinicians, combining practical guidance with research-based insights to improve patient outcomes.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Scope: Covers etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, comorbidities, and clinical management of HS.
• Medical and Surgical Interventions: Detailed discussion of pharmacologic therapies, alternative treatments, laser therapy, de-roofing, excision and closure techniques, and cryoinsufflation.
• Special Populations: Includes guidance for children, women of childbearing age, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and patients with skin of color.
• Procedural Resources: Features videos and step-by-step guidance for surgical and laser procedures, wound care, and closure techniques.
• Multi-Disciplinary Care: Insights into patient education, support, and integrated clinical management.
• Up-to-Date Therapies: Discusses FDA-approved drugs and promising future therapies.
• Evidence Gaps and Future Directions: Identifies areas for further research to advance HS care.
• Expert Authorship: Written and edited by global HS experts, including contributors to the 2019 U.S. and Canadian HS guidelines.
• Enhanced eBook: Provides fully searchable text, figures, and references across devices.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 1st edition (December 20, 2021)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323777244
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323777247
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9780323777247
• eText ISBN: 9780323777254