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Since the first edition of this work was published ten years ago, knowledge of the occurrence, detection, behavior, and management of warts has greatly increased. There has been new research into the human papillomavirus (HPV), the role of the immune system in controlling wart infections, and possible links between HPV and carcinogenesis. The second edition has been completely rewritten and updated to include thorough surveys of these important new developments. Lucidly illustrated in color, this work remains the only comprehensive volume on warts which acknowledges the interdependence of the scientific and clinical aspects of the subject. In addition to the continued prevalence of cutaneous warts, the expansion of organ transplantation programs and growth in the proportions of the population infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) have led to a large increase in presentation of patients with wart infections. This book is a practical wart treatment manual for all clinicians faced with their management.