Literature DB >> 1789971

Corneal ulceration due to Nocardia asteroides.

R M Douglas1, D I Grove, J Elliott, D F Looke, A S Jordan.   

Abstract

A case of corneal ulceration due to infection with Nocardia asteroides is described. Microbiological examination of corneal scrapings permitted accurate diagnosis and suggested appropriate therapy. Nineteen other cases that have been described in the world literature are reviewed.

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Year:  1991        PMID: 1789971     DOI: 10.1111/j.1442-9071.1991.tb00679.x

Source DB:  PubMed          Journal:  Aust N Z J Ophthalmol        ISSN: 0814-9763


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