title: The ichthyosis.
abstract: This review discusses the classification of generalized, hereditary forms of ichthyosis. The present state of knowledge of the mode of inheritance for the different forms of ichthyosis is briefly discussed in relation to genetic counselling. The different therapeutic principles are touched upon as well as other measures aimed at helping these patients to cope with some problems of everyday life.
mesh_terms: D005817:Genetic Counseling; D006801:Humans; D007057:Ichthyosis / Q000145:classification* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000235:genetics