Herpes zoster ophthalmicus and varicella zoster virus vasculopathy
ABSTRACT Herpes zoster (HZ) corresponds to the reactivation of varicella zoster virus (VZV). Among adults, the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve is one of the most common sites of involvement. Vasculopathy caused by HZ is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, affecting struc...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Conselho Brasileiro de Oftalmologia
2016-04-01
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| Series: | Arquivos Brasileiros de Oftalmologia |
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0004-27492016000200126&lng=en&tlng=en |