Psoriasis. Modern ideas about dermatosis. Khayutdinov V., Marts A.

The book sets out modern information about the immune mechanisms of the development of psoriasis and the pathomorphological changes in the skin in different periods of the disease. The manifestations of various forms of psoriasis (damage to the skin, nail plates, musculoskeletal system, eye), illustrated with rare photographs are described. Diagnostic criteria are considered to distinguish psoriasis from other dermatoses, the mechanism of action of each systemic drug used in psoriasis therapy, including the latest genetically engineering biological and targeted synthetic basic anti-inflammatory drugs. Data on their effectiveness, possible undesirable phenomena are presented. The publication includes more than 150 color photographs that will serve as additional reference material.

The guide is intended for dermatomatereologists, rheumatologists, general practitioners, clinical residents and students of medical universities.