Abstract
In a random survey of 100 Air Force non commissioned officers with over 10 years active duty, 15% had culturally proven dermatophytosis. Clinical and cultural correlation was poor, with 29% of the dermatophytes being isolated from normal skin. Only 40% of those with clinical lesions had dermatophytes isolated. Cultures were superior to KOH preparations for the demonstration of dermatophytes. These results are discussed in view of a previous study of the incidence of dermatophytes in Air Force basic trainees. Military life does not increase the incidence of dermatophytosis.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 728-729 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Military medicine |
Volume | 138 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1973 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health