A Case of Canaliculitis due to Actinomyces-Infected Nasolacrimal Stent in the Inferior Meatus.
- Author:
Sang Duck KIM
1
;
Jae Hoon LEE
;
Ki Jung YUN
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology, Institute of Wonkwang Medical Science, College of Medicine, Wonkwang University, Iksan, Korea.
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Actinomycosis;
Canaliculitis
- MeSH:
Actinomycosis;
Communicable Diseases;
Corneal Ulcer;
Dacryocystitis;
Nasal Cavity;
Paranasal Sinuses;
Stents;
Canaliculitis
- From:Korean Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
2008;51(2):183-185
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Actinomycosis of nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses is a rare chronic infectious disease. Canaliculitis is an uncommon condition which is developed from various causes. A case of canaliculitis due to actinomyces-infected nasolacrimal stent is reported.
