Condensed Handbook of Occupational Dermatology

Due to changes in modern life, occupational dermatoses are increasing. This completely revised and comprehensive edition provides the concise information needed in dealing with patients in the field of occupational dermatology. It combines a highly practical approach to occupational dermatology with the skills and research experience of specialists in clinical and experimental dermatology. The spectrum of diseases covered in this book includes: allergic and irritant dermatitis; contact urticaria; photodermatoses; infectious diseases; skin tumors; systematic reactions due to percutaneous absorption; predisposed diseases and occupational skin problems. The information urgently needed for daily patient management is provided as quick reference through concise tables, algorithms, and figures on how to optimise the diagnostic procedures for high-quality care. This book will prove of great interest to all who are involved in treating patients with occupational skin diseases. TOC:The Epidemiology of Occupational Contact Dermatitis.- Barrier Function and Skin Reactivity in Occupational Dermatoses.- Measurement of Dermal Exposure.- Contact Dermatitis.- Occupational Skin Granulomas.- Occupational Dermatitis Artefacta.- Occupational Airborne Skin Diseases.- Occupational Contact Urticaria.- Environmental Acne and Occupational Folliculitis.- Occupational Skin Cancer and Tumors.- Occupational Nail Disorders.- Occupational Connective Tissue Disorders.- Role of Atopy in Working Life.- Diagnostic Patch Testing.- Sources of Information on Chemical Contact Allergens.- Identification and Assessment by Material Safety Data Sheets.- Prevention and Rehabilitation.- Prognosis.- Disinfectants, Barrier Creams/Emollients.- Fragrances.- Industrial Enzymes.- Nickel.- Chromium and Cobalt.- Cement.- Acrylics.- Epoxy.- Adhesives and Glues.- Paints, Varnishes, and Lacquers.- Organic Solvents.- Rubber Chemicals.- Natural Rubber Latex Allergy.- Plants.- Woods.- Cosmetic Products.