Phenotypic, molecular and antimicrobial susceptibility assessment in isolates from chronic ulcers of cured leprosy patients: a case study in Southern Brazil
BACKGROUND:One of the most stigmatizing physical sequelaeof leprosy in cured patients is the development of chronic lower extremity ulcers. The bacterial diversity present in ulcers is considered one of the factors that can delay the healing process, as well as serve as a focus for severe secondary...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia
2014-06-01
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| Series: | Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia |
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/pdf/abd/v89n3/0365-0596-abd-89-03-0404.pdf |