Actinomycosis associated with a root-treated tooth: report of a case.
An unusual case of a persistent infection related to a root-filled tooth is reported. Microscopical evaluation revealed the cause to be a large mass of Actinomyces-like filaments, and microbiological culture yielded a low level of Actinomyces israelii. The significance of such a presentation is discussed.
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D000196:Actinomycosis / Q000209:etiology*; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000473:pathology; D010482:Periapical Abscess / Q000382:microbiology*; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects*