DESCRIPTION:
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer can have devastating side effects on the skin of a patient. This innovative guide for both dermatologists and oncologists gives a good introduction both to therapy regimes and to dermatological management for medical professionals treating their patients.
CONTENTS:
1. Introduction to Anticancer Therapies.
2. Acneiform Eruptions.
3. Hair Disorders.
4. Photosensitivity and Photoreactions.
5. Hyperkeratotic Reactions.
6. Sclerotic Eruptions.
7. Hand-Foot Reactions.
8. Oral Mucosal Reactions to Anticancer Therapies.
9. Chemotherapeutic-Induced Nail Reactions.
10. Neoplastic Reactions.
11. Hypersensitivity and Urticaria.
12. Xerosis, Itching, and Fissures.
13. Radiation Dermatitis.
Authors:
Gabriella Fabbrocini, MD Department of Dermatology, University of Naples, Naples, Italy
Mario E Lacouture, MD Director, Oncodermatology Program, Memorial Sloan Ketttering Cancer Center, New York City, New York, USA
Antonella Tosti, MD Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Health System, Miami, Florida, USA
