C Casolari, A Nanetti, G M Cavallini, F Rivasi, U Fabio, A Mazzoni
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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.