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Houda Rouis1, Chirine Moussa1, Aida Ayadi2
1Pulmonary Department 1, Abderrahmane Mami Hospital, Ariana, Tunisia.
Heliyon
|September 28, 2023
Summary
Pulmonary actinomycosis, a rare anaerobic infection, often presents with non-specific symptoms, delaying diagnosis. Histopathology is crucial for accurate identification and effective antibiotic treatment, improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pathology
Background:
- Pulmonary actinomycosis is a rare anaerobic bacterial infection.
- It presents with non-specific clinical and radiographic findings, often leading to delayed diagnosis and misdiagnosis.
- Accurate diagnosis is primarily based on histopathological examination.
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