Pathology of Melanocytic Tumors - Grand Format

Accurately diagnose challenging melanocytic lesions with guidance from world experts in the field. Constituting a large percentage of everyday diagnostic practice, melanocytic pathology is a complex and challenging area with many difficult-to-diagnose lesions. This highly Illustrated reference, written by three of the world's leading dermatopathologists, provides authoritative guidance in the accurate diagnosis of even the most challenging pigmented skin tumors, helping you avoid pitfalls and recognize mimics..
Covers nearly every variant of melanocytic tumors you're likely to see. Emphasizes how to arrive at an efficient, accurate diagnosis, and includes dermoscopic findings for optimal diagnostic precision. Discusses modern analytic techniques (e.g., cytogenetics and molecular studies) and how to use them for diagnosis. Includes numerous case examples to illustrate the differential diagnoses and work-up ; how to use ancillary techniques, along with their pros, cons, and imitations ; and clinical follow-up.
Presents the knowledge and experience of Klaus J. Busam, Pedram Gerami, and Richard A. Scolyer - three dermatopathologists who are globally renowned for their expertise in melanoma pathology and analysis of melanocytic tumors by modern ancillary diagnostic techniques. Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
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