Biopsy Interpretation of the Skin: Primary Non-Lymphoid Neoplasms of the Skin 2nd Edition

Biopsy Interpretation of the Skin: Primary Non-Lymphoid Cutaneous Neoplasia, Second Edition is a practical and concise reference tailored for general pathologists, dermatologists, and trainees. Part of the Biopsy Interpretation Series, it emphasizes accurate diagnosis of both common and uncommon non-lymphoid skin neoplasms. Combining updated biological insights with clear guidance on biopsy techniques, this edition serves as an essential bench reference for interpreting skin biopsies and understanding the latest therapeutic advances.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of primary non-lymphoid cutaneous neoplasms, including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, adnexal tumors, and soft tissue tumors.
• Guidance on biopsy techniques: when and how to biopsy for optimal diagnostic yield.
• Integration of recent biological advances, including implications for biologic therapies in melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.
• New chapters on clinical approaches to surgical skin conditions and soft tissue tumors.
• Extensive visual resources: over 550 full-color images illustrating histology, new entities, and surgical procedures.
• Differential diagnosis focus: highlights how to distinguish lesions from similar-appearing entities.
• Online resources: access to 375 additional figures and a multiple-choice test bank, ideal for board exam preparation.
• Enhanced eBook experience: supports video, audio, interactive content, and text-to-speech capabilities for flexible learning on computers, tablets, or smartphones.
• Updated references: comprehensive citations for in-depth study and review of recent advances.

Product Details

• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
• Publication date: March 28, 2018
• Series: Biopsy Interpretation Series
• Edition : 2 nd Edition
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781496365132
• ISBN-13  :  978-1496365132
• ASIN‏ : ‎ 1496365135