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Keratitis, Herpetic
Synonym(s) - Herpes Simplex Keratitis - Herpes Simplex, Ocular - Ocular Herpes Simplex - Herpetic Keratitides - Keratitides, Herpes Simplex
Definition: A superficial, epithelial Herpesvirus hominis infection of the cornea, characterized by the presence of small vesicles which may break down and coalesce to form dendritic ulcers (KERATITIS, DENDRITIC). (Dictionary of Visual Science, 3d ed)
Broader term(s)
- Virus Diseases
- Eye Infections, Viral
- Keratitis, Herpetic
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