Clinical cases in disorders of melanocytes / / edited by Sunil Kothiwala, Anup Kumar Tiwary, Piyush Kumar |
Edizione | [1st ed. 2020.] |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2020 |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (xvi, 207 pages) : illustrations (some color) |
Disciplina | 616.5 |
Collana | Clinical Cases in Dermatology |
Soggetto topico |
Melanocytes
Pigmentation disorders |
ISBN | 3-030-22757-X |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Developmental/Migration disorders -- Dermal pigmentation- Nevus of Ota -- Melanocyte Senescence -- Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis -- Hypermelanotic disorders -- Melasma -- Lichen planus pigmentosus -- Pityriasis versicolor -- Pigmented cosmetic dermatitis -- Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation -- Macular amyloidosis -- Chronic arsenicosis -- Vitamin B 12 deficiency -- Addison's disease -- Hypomelanotic disorders -- Nevus depigmentosus -- Oculocutaneous albinism -- Vitiligo -- Leprosy -- Reticulate pigmentation -- Dyschromatosis symmetrica hereditaria -- Benign melanocytic nevi -- Congenital melanocytic nevi -- Junctional, compound and intradermal nevi -- Halo nevus -- Blue nevus -- Malignant melanocytic proliferation. |
Record Nr. | UNINA-9910369959103321 |
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Clinical cases in leprosy / / Swetalina Pradhan and Piyush Kumar |
Autore | Pradhan Swetalina |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | Cham, Switzerland : , : Springer International Publishing, , [2022] |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (271 pages) |
Disciplina | 616.998 |
Collana | Clinical Cases in Dermatology |
Soggetto topico |
Leprosy
Leprosy - Prevention |
ISBN | 3-031-08220-6 |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- Contents -- Contributors -- Part I: Basics -- Chapter 1: Clinical Classification of Leprosy -- Introduction -- Classification of Leprosy -- Criteria Deciding Classifications -- Types -- Ridley-Jopling Classification [1, 2] -- Indian Classification [4] -- New IAL Classification [5] -- WHO Classification (1988) -- WHO Classification (1998) [6] -- Current WHO Classification -- Classification Under NLEP, India (2009) [8] -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 2: Clinical Examination -- Introduction -- Clinical Examination -- General Examination -- Cutaneous Examination -- Number of Skin Lesions -- The Distribution of Skin Lesions -- Examination of Individual Skin Lesion -- Morphology -- Size -- Shape -- Margin/Edge of Skin Lesions -- Satellite Lesions -- Color of Lesion -- Surface -- Tenderness -- Anesthesia -- Examination of Peripheral Nerves -- Examination of Musculoskeletal System -- Motor Examination -- Muscle Strength Grading in Peripheral Centers -- Mucosal Examination -- Nasal Mucosa Examination -- Oral Mucosa Examination -- Ocular Examination -- Test for Lagophthalmos -- External Genital Examination -- Other Systemic Examination -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 3: Microbiological Investigations and Histopathology -- Introduction -- Slit Skin Smear (SSS) [1, 2] -- Histopathology -- Tuberculoid Leprosy (TT) -- Borderline Tuberculoid Leprosy -- Borderline Leprosy -- Borderline Lepromatous Leprosy -- Lepromatous Leprosy -- Indeterminate Leprosy -- Histoid Leprosy -- Pure Neural Leprosy -- Type 1 Reaction -- Upgrading Reaction -- Downgrading Reaction -- Type 2 Reaction (Erythema Nodosum Leprosum) -- Resolution [8] -- References -- Chapter 4: Electrophysiological and Radiological Investigations -- Introduction -- Electrophysiological Studies -- Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) -- Principles.
Interpretation -- NCS and Leprosy -- Electromyography (EMG) -- Principles -- Interpretation -- EMG and Leprosy -- Radiologic Examination -- Radiography of the Hands, Feet, and Face -- Hands and Feet -- Face -- High-Resolution Ultrasonography (HRUS) -- Principles -- Parameters Assessed -- Interpretation -- Magnetic Resonance Imaging -- Principles -- Interpretation -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 5: Serological and Molecular Investigations in Leprosy -- Introduction -- Overview -- Diagnosis of Leprosy -- Serological Investigations -- Phenolic Glycolipid-1 (PGL-1) -- 35kD Protein -- M. Leprae Recombinant Proteins and Development of LID-1 and NDO-LID Rapid Test -- IgA Antibody-Based Test -- Cytokines/Chemokines as Biomarker in Leprosy -- Gene-Based Assays -- M. Leprae-Specific PCR -- Multiplex PCR (M-PCR) -- In Silico Molecular Techniques -- Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) Assay -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 6: Treatment of Leprosy and Lepra Reactions -- Introduction -- Historical Regimes -- Dapsone Monotherapy -- Rifampicin Monotherapy -- WHO MDT (WHO Multidrug Therapy) -- The WHO FD-MDT Regimen [14] -- Alternate Regimens (Non-WHO MDT) -- Newer MDT Regimens -- MB Cases -- PB Cases -- Accompanied MDT [20] -- Uniform MDT [21] -- Resistance to MDT -- Defaulter -- Relapse -- Treatment of Lepra Reaction -- Childhood Leprosy -- Leprosy and Pregnancy -- Leprosy and Tuberculosis -- Leprosy and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) -- Non-acceptance to Clofazimine -- Dapsone Toxicity -- Hepatosafe Regimen -- References -- Chapter 7: Counselling in Leprosy -- Introduction -- The Burden of Stigma and Mental Illness in Leprosy Affected -- What Does Counselling Mean -- Objectives of Counselling -- Counselling in Leprosy -- Interventions in Counselling -- References -- Chapter 8: Physical Rehabilitation in Leprosy -- Introduction. Components of Physical Rehabilitation -- Assessment of Nerve Damage -- Primary and Secondary Impairments in Leprosy Due to Nerve Damage -- Eye-Hand-Feet (EHF) Scoring -- Occupational Therapy -- Prevention of the Progression of Impairment -- Exercises -- Splints -- Self-Care of Anesthetic Parts -- Ulcer Management -- Surgical Rehabilitation -- Nerve Surgery -- Reconstructive Surgery -- References -- Chapter 9: Community Rehabilitation in Leprosy -- Introduction -- The Holistic Rehabilitation -- Case Study from India -- Social Support from Self-Help Groups and in the Form of Microcredits -- Case Study from India -- Case Study from Odisha -- Way Forward -- References -- Part II: Case Studies -- Chapter 10: Annular Erythematous Plaque on the Face in a Lady -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 11: 27-Year-Old Male with Hypopigmented Patch on the Left Thigh -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is the Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 12: Erythematous Plaque on the Lower Face -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 13: Annular Erythematous Plaque on the Right Hand -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigation -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 14: A 50-Year-Old Male with Multiple Hypopigmented Macules and Patches -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 15: Multiple Asymptomatic Nodules on the Body -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis: Lepromatous Leprosy -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 16: Skin-Coloured Nodules and Atrophic Scars. Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigation -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 17: 70-Year-Old Male with Nodules over Frictional Areas -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigation -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 18: A-30-Year-Old Male with Left Foot Drop -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 19: Asymptomatic Papules and Nodules Over the Body -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 20: An Asymptomatic Swelling on the Right Arm -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 21: A Female with Erythematous Plaques Over the Face and Trunk -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 22: Erythematous Plaques over Photo Exposed Areas -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 23: Painful Nodules and Cribriform Scars on the Body -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 24: Generalized Painful Erythematous Nodules -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 25: Sudden Onset Painful Ulcers in an Adult Female -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigation -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 26: Multiple Annular Plaques -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References. Chapter 27: Non-healing Ulcer on the Sole -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 28: 40-Year-Old Male with Claw Hand -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 29: A 55-Year-Old Male with Foot Drop and Claw Toes -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 30: A 60-Year-Old Female with Corneal Opacity -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 31: Reticulate Purpura and Painful Ulcers -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 32: Asymptomatic Finger Swelling -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 33: Generalized Erythematous Edematous Plaques and Nodules -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 34: Generalized Pustulo-Ulcerative Lesions -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Chapter 35: Acral Nodules in an Elderly Male -- Clinical Presentation -- What Is Your Diagnosis? -- Investigations -- Final Diagnosis -- Discussion -- References -- Index. |
Record Nr. | UNINA-9910595048103321 |
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Perspectives on string phenomenology / / edited by Bobby Acharya, King's College London, UK, Gordon Kane, University of Michigan, USA, Piyush Kumar, Yale University, USA |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New Jersey : , : World Scientific, , [2015] |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (446 p.) |
Disciplina | 539.7/258 |
Collana | Advanced series on directions in high energy physics |
Soggetto topico | String models |
ISBN | 981-4602-68-X |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | 1. What is an electron? / M. J. Perry -- 2. The what and why of moduli / J. Conlon -- 3. Perspective on the weakly coupled heterotic string / M. K. Gaillard -- 4. Geography of fields in extra dimensions: String theory lessons for particle physics / H. P. Nilles and P. K. S. Vaudrevange -- 5. The string landscape: A personal perspective / K. R. Dienes -- 6. Mathematics for string phenomenology / M. R. Douglas -- 7. The string theory landscape / A. N. Schellekens -- 8. Local string models and moduli stabilisation / F. Quevedo -- 9. F-theory: From geometry to phenomenology / S. Schafer-Nameki -- 10. Compactified string theories - Generic predictions for particle physics / P. Kumar -- 11. How could (should) we make contact between string/M theory and our four-dimensional world? / G. Kane -- 12. String cosmology - large-field inflation in string theory / A. Westphal -- 13. Dark energy in string theory / B. Greene and G. Shiu -- 14. Cosmological SUSY breaking and the pyramid scheme / T. Banks. |
Record Nr. | UNINA-9910553083803321 |
New Jersey : , : World Scientific, , [2015] | ||
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Perspectives on string phenomenology / / editors, Bobby Acharya, Gordon L. Kane, Piyush Kumar |
Pubbl/distr/stampa | New Jersey : , : World Scientific Publishing Co., , [2014] |
Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (448 pages) : illustrations |
Disciplina | 539.7258 |
Collana | Advanced Series on Directions in High Energy Physics |
Soggetto topico | String models |
Formato | Materiale a stampa ![]() |
Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
Nota di contenuto | Preface; Acknowledgments; What is an Electroon? (M J Perry); The What and Why of Moduli (J Conlon); Perspective on the Weakly Coupled Heterotic String (M K Gaillard); Geography of Fields in Extra Dimensions: String Theory Lessons for Particle Physics (H P Nilles & P K S Vaudrevange); The String Landscape: A Personal Perspective (K R Dienes); Mathematics for String Phenomenology (M R Douglas); The String Theory Landscape (A N Schellekens); Local String Models and Moduli Stabilization (F Quevedo); F-Theory: From Geometry to Phenomenology (S Schaefer-Nameki); Compactified String Theories - Generic Predictions for Particle Physics (P Kumar); How Could (Should) We Make Contact Between String/M Theory and Our Four-Dimensional World? (G Kane); String Cosmology - Large-Field Inflation in String Theory (A Westphal); Dark Energy in String Theory (B Greene & G Shiu); Cosmological SUSY Breaking and the Pyramid Scheme (T Banks). |
Record Nr. | UNINA-9910688391103321 |
New Jersey : , : World Scientific Publishing Co., , [2014] | ||
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