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Keratomycosis with an unusual etiology (Rhodotorula glutinis): a case report.

Abstract
A case of deep keratomycosis with isolation of Rhodotorula glutinis is discussed. Keratoplasty, done immediately, prevented panophthalmitis and cured the patient. The etiology and pathogenesis of fungal keratitis is examined.
AuthorsC Casolari, A Nanetti, G M Cavallini, F Rivasi, U Fabio, A Mazzoni
JournalMicrobiologica (Microbiologica) Vol. 15 Issue 1 Pg. 83-7 (Jan 1992) ISSN: 0391-5352 [Print] Italy
PMID1556965 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Topics
  • Adult
  • Eye Infections, Fungal (microbiology, surgery)
  • Humans
  • Keratitis (microbiology, surgery)
  • Keratoplasty, Penetrating
  • Male
  • Rhodotorula (isolation & purification)

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