Double jeopardy - Graft infection by Scedosporium apiospermum
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چکیده
Presenting a case report of corneal graft infection by an opportunistic fungus, , which is reported to be resistant many antifungals. Antibiotic sensitivity the organism and management such infections has been discussed.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: IP international journal of ocular oncology and oculoplasty
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['2581-5016', '2581-5024']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijooo.2023.007