Description:
The definitive guide to the science, diagnosis and treatment of all known nail diseases
The fifth edition of Baran & Dawbers Diseases of the Nails and their Management continues to offer an encyclopedic
account of the human nail that is unparalleled in its detail and scope. With contributions from some of the worlds
leading dermatologists, the books exhaustive coverage encompasses the cosmetic and therapeutic management of every form
of nail disease. High-quality images and diagrams illustrate and enhance this essential reference guide, while easy-to-
navigate sub-chapters help you to find the information you need quickly and accurately.
Part I The Normal Nail and Nail Signs 1
1 Science of the Nail Apparatus 1
2 Physical Signs 59
Part II Imaging of the Nail Unit 105
3 Nail Photography 105
4 Dermoscopy 113
5 Ultrasound and Other Imaging Methods 140
6 Magnetic Resonance Imaging 175
7 Nail Fold Capillary Microscopy or Capillaroscopy 201
8 Confocal Microscopy 204