Cervicofacial Actinomycosis Mimicking Osseous Neoplasm: A Rare Case
Actinomycosis is a rare chronic infectious disease caused primarily by Actinomyces israelli. Although they are normal inhabitants of the oral cavity, infection occurs when there is a breach in the mucosa allowing them access to the subcutaneous tissues. Poor oral hygiene, dental caries, recent den...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2015-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/6249/12825_CE(Ra1)_F(GH)_PF1(ANAK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(PAG).pdf |