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Ocular Immunology and Inflammation Volume 31, 2023 - Issue 1
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Original Article

Subretinal Aspergillus Abscess in Post COVID-19 Recovered Patients – An Emerging Problem

Ekta Singh Sahua Consultant Vitreo-Retina and Uvea Services, Retina Speciality Hospital, Indore, IndiaCorrespondence[email protected]
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, DNB (Ophthalmology),
Keshav Lahotia Consultant Vitreo-Retina and Uvea Services, Retina Speciality Hospital, Indore, IndiaView further author information
, MS,
Arun Bhargavab Director and Head of Retina Department, Retina Speciality Hospital, Indore, IndiaView further author information
, MS,
Vaibhavi Subhedarc Consultant Microbiologist, Bombay Hospital, Indore, IndiaView further author information
, PhD (Microbiology) &
Animesh Sahud Consultant Cataract and Oculoplasty Services, Retina Speciality Hospital, Indore, IndiaView further author information
, MS
Pages 127-133 | Received 16 Aug 2021, Accepted 09 Oct 2021, Published online: 16 Nov 2021

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