Topical Applications and the Mucosa (Current Problems in Dermatology, Vol. 40)

Surber, Christian, Ed.

ISBN 10: 3805596154 / ISBN 13: 9783805596152

Published by Karger Publishers, 2011

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Topical Applications and the Mucosa (Current Problems in Dermatology, Vol. 40)
• Publisher: Karger Publishers
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3805596154
• ISBN 13: 9783805596152
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Like New
• Book Type: book

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Mucosal membranes have unique anatomical and physiological properties -- differing from those of the keratinized epithelium -- which affect drug or chemical absorption. This makes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the mucosa a challenge to dermatologists as well as gynecologists, since many conditions are difficult to recognize and well-established principles of skin disease treatment do not apply to the mucosa. This volume is exclusively devoted to the mucosal membrane and delivers a better understanding of this distinctive area. Subsequently to introductory chapters on the morphology and physiology of the mucosa, the topical treatment of impaired mucosal membranes is discussed. A third section covers the wide spectrum of consumer products applied on mucosal surfaces. Finally, the safety of products for mucosal membranes is reviewed. Providing an excellent summary and review of the latest findings and topical applications, this book will be of great value to physicians and clinicians in dermatology or gynecology, pharmacists, scientists and toxicologists who are involved in the development of products for mucosal membranes.