Eye and Skin Disease

The document reviews the book "Eye and Skin Disease," which is a comprehensive 705-page text divided into 20 sections and 73 chapters, written by 127 authors, and aimed at both dermatologists and ophthalmologists. The book covers the extensive associations between skin and eye conditions, with each chapter providing key clinical points, definitions, incidence, clinical features, pathogenesis, differential diagnosis, and treatments for both dermatology and ophthalmology. It includes well-balanced bibliographies and high-quality photographs, with some chapters written by recognized authorities in various areas. The book is praised for its thoroughness and the inclusion of separate glossaries for basic terms relevant to both specialties. The reviewer, W. Christopher Duncan, MD, recommends the book for its ability to enhance the vision of both dermatologists and ophthalmologists by providing a detailed understanding of the interrelationship between eye and skin diseases.