Hidradenitis Suppurativa, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics, led by expert Gregor Borut Ernst Jemec, provides a comprehensive review of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a painful and often scarring chronic skin disease. Covering all aspects from diagnosis to treatment, the text explores prevalence, risk factors, co-morbidities, genetics, histopathology, imaging, inflammatory mechanisms, microbiology, endocrinological influences, and the role of mechanical stress. Evidence from randomized controlled trials, medical therapies—including antibiotics and other pharmacologic options—surgical interventions, and laser/IPL treatments are discussed. The issue also examines the physical and psychosocial handicap associated with HS, providing an essential resource for dermatologists, clinicians, and researchers seeking a thorough understanding of this challenging condition.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of HS pathophysiology, genetics, and epidemiology
• Diagnostic approaches, including histopathology and imaging
• In-depth discussion of medical management: antibiotics, pharmacologic treatments
• Surgical and laser/IPL treatment strategies
• Explores the physical, psychological, and social impact of HS
• Includes insights from randomized controlled trials and latest clinical evidence
• Essential reference for dermatologists, clinicians, and researchers