Patch testing and prick testing: A practical guide official publication of the ICDRG

Jean Marie Lachapelle, Johannes Ring, Ulf Darsow, Howard I. Maibach, Thomas Rustemeyer

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Abstract

Knowledge in the field of allergic contact dermatitis has developed to a considerable degree, which includes improved techniques of patch testing and prick testing, e.g. additional tests such as open, semi-open, repeated open application test (ROAT) and use tests, photopatch tests, atopy patch tests and provocative tests. Further, due to the ongoing changes in our environment, the series of patch tests-the so-called standards-are also regularly renewed. This new edition: <listitem> Is completely revised, updated and expanded Is reader-friendly, structured with core messages Includes an increased number of flowcharts and illustrations It is a globally useful and outstanding guide in the management of positive and negative patch test and prick test reactions, for all practicing dermatologists, from the beginner to the well-trained expert.

Original languageEnglish
PublisherSpringer Berlin Heidelberg
Number of pages195
ISBN (Print)9783540928058
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009

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