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. 1985:104 ( Pt 3):297-308.

Candidal endophthalmitis in Glaswegian heroin addicts: report of an epidemic

J B Servant, G N Dutton, L Ong-Tone, T Barrie, C Davey
  • PMID: 3875170

Candidal endophthalmitis in Glaswegian heroin addicts: report of an epidemic

J B Servant et al. Trans Ophthalmol Soc U K (1962). 1985.

Abstract

Nine heroin addicts with presumed candidal endophthalmitis were seen in Glasgow between November 1982 and April 1984. Six patients during a two month period in 1983. The physical symptoms and signs observed, results of laboratory investigations and responses to anti-fungal chemotherapy are reported. Epidemiological factors relating to possible sources of infection are explored.

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