Molecular Diagnostics in Dermatology and Dermatopathology

Introduction to Molecular Diagnostic Testing in Dermatology and Dermatopathology.- Principles of Molecular Biology.- Technologies in the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory.- Cytogenetics of Primary Skin Tumors.- Melanocytic Neoplasms I: Molecular Diagnosis.- Melanocytic Neoplasms II: Molecular Staging.- Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers and Hereditary Cancer Syndromes.- Cutaneous Sarcomas and Soft Tissue Proliferations.- Molecular Determination of Tissue Margins, Clonal Origin and Histogenesis of Skin Cancers.- Mycosis Fungoides and Related Lesions.- Cutaneous non-MF T-cell and NK-cell Lymphoproliferative Disorders.- Cutaneous B-cell Lymphomas.- Leukemia Cutis.- Inflammatory Disorders of the Skin.- Infectious Diseases of the Skin I: Dermatophytosis / Onychomycosis.- Infectious Diseases of the Skin II: Non-Dermatophytic Infections.- Wound Healing Disorders: Chronic Wounds and Keloids.- Alopecias.- Genodermatoses - Inherited Diseases of the Skin.- Molecular Aspects of Skin Aging.- Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics I: Linking Diagnostic Classification to Therapeutic Decisions.- Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics II: Genetic Determinants of Drug Responses and Adverse Drug Reactions.- Regulatory, Legal, Coding, Billing, Reimbursement, and Ethical Considerations for Molecular Diagnostic Testing in Dermatology and Dermatopathology.

"Michael Murphy uses an international group of experts in the field to create a reference book on the subject as it relates to cutaneous disease. This is the first such textbook devoted to molecular diagnostics and the skin. ... This book is suited to a broad audience. Dermatology residents, dermatopathology fellows, pathologists, and researchers with interests in skin disease would certainly benefit from it, as would practicing dermatologists who want to remain current in their understanding of the field." (Nooshin K. Brinster, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Vol. 72 (6), June, 2015)

"Not only does this book fill a void in current medical publishing, but Dr Murphy has also succeeded in creating a well-structured and nicely presented work covering the application of molecular diagnostics in both inflammatory and neoplasticconditions. ... the book is easy to read and understand, and it should appeal to a wide range of readers from novices to more seasoned practising dermatologists and dermatopathologists." (T. Brenn, British Journal of Dermatology, Vol. 171 (4), October, 2014)

"This manual is one of the few that describes synoptically the so far known molecular basis of cutaneous diseases and intends to extend the knowledge base in such a novel field. ... This book is a useful implement for dermatologists, pathologists, immunologists, as well as residents in these disciplines. It will indeed comprise a uniquely helpful tool and valuable source for all professionals involved in the fascinating practice and evolving research of molecular biology." (Sevasth Afantenou and Maria M. Tsoukas, Clinics in Dermatology, Vol. 32 (5), September-October, 2014)

"This text is a very solidreview and reference text. ... this text is a thorough reference book for the practicing dermatologist and dermatopathologist when questions arise about molecular testing. ... The dermatopathologist will find instructive information for guiding the proper