Diseases

Keratitis, Herpetic

Keratitis, Herpetic
Diseases 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
  • DNA Virus Infections
  • Herpesviridae Infections
  • Herpes Simplex
  • Keratitis, Herpetic

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