CRITICAL CARE
Principles of Dermatologic Therapy
Chapter 40 Principles of Dermatologic Therapy Kathryn K. Ellis, Kathryn R. Colcher Definition and Epidemiology The critical first step in treating any dermatologic condition is accurate diagnosis. Other important components…
Chronic Nasal Congestion and Discharge
Chapter 88 Chronic Nasal Congestion and Discharge Catherine M. Franklin, Patricia A. Reidy, Daniel E. Kane, Emily Karwacki Sheff, Elissa Ladd, Margaret Ann Mahoney, Patrice K. Nicholas Definition and Epidemiology…
Tympanic Membrane Perforation
Chapter 87 Tympanic Membrane Perforation Vincent Pair Definition and Epidemiology Tympanic membrane (TM) perforation is an opening in the otherwise intact membrane that, as a mechanical component of hearing, separates…
Thermal Injuries
Chapter 37 Thermal Injuries Karen S. Abate Heat-Related Illness Definition and Epidemiology Heat-related illnesses are a continuum of conditions related to sensitivity and acclimation to heat. In all heat-related illnesses,…
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Acne Inversa)
Chapter 56 Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Acne Inversa) Maria Isabel Romano Definition and Epidemiology Hidradenitis suppurativa, also referred to as acne inversa or cicatrizing perifolliculitis, has long been considered a disease of…
Surgical Office Procedures
Chapter 39 Surgical Office Procedures Glen Blair The skin is the largest organ of the human body and the only organ that is nearly completely visible to examination by the…
Inner Ear Disturbances
Chapter 84 Inner Ear Disturbances Magen M. Lorenzi Nearly 3% of all emergency department visits are a result of dizziness.1 This complaint, as well as that of hearing loss or…
