Herpes simplex virus keratitis

Herpes simplex virus keratitis

Definition

A superficial, epithelial Herpesvirus hominis infection of the cornea, characterized by the presence of small vesicles which may break down and coalesce to form dendritic ulcers (keratitis, dendritic). (Dictionary of Visual Science, 3d ed)

Also known as dendritic keratitis, herpetic keratitis, HSV keratitis, Simplexvirus caused keratitis, Simplexvirus keratitis — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Camera-type eye Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Camera-type eye Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Cornea Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Cornea Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0