Selected topics on clinical dermatology in Switzerland - past and present

Arthropods, dermatoses of the genitalia, sexually transmitted diseases (STD) as well as the pathogenesis of pruritus, dermatopharmacology and teledermatology have been the topics of Theo Rufli‘s scientific interest throughout his academic career. This special issue which is published in honor of his 65th birthday includes articles of his former and present coworkers and friends discussing these and further related subjects. It provides interesting and concise reviews of long-standing experience and new developments, and it will be valuable reading to dermatologists, STD specialists, medical parasitologists, gynecologists, urologists as well as specialists in tropical medicine