J Coll Physicians Surg Pak 2008 Jan;18(1):55-7
Department of Ophthalmology, Combined Military Hospital, Gujranwala Cantt.
A rare case of culture-positive Nocardia canaliculitis is reported that presented with a history of chronic conjunctivitis and epiphora for the last 1.4 years, refractory to multiple treatment courses. Chronic conjunctivitis and a pouted punctum were observed in the right lower eyelid. Read More
Aust N Z J Ophthalmol 1997 Nov;25(4):301-3
Department of Ophthalmology, Christchurch Hospital, New Zealand.
Background: Primary chronic canaliculitis is an uncommon disease usually caused by Actinomyces israelii (streptothrix). Actinomyces israelii is a cast-forming Gram-positive anaerobe that is difficult to isolate and identify. We present a case that demonstrates the typical clinicopathological presentation of this unusual condition and discuss management options. Read More