摘要
HUMAN herpes simplex virus esophagitis （HSVE） was first reported in 1940 by Johnson. ^1HSVE usually occurs in immunocompromised patients,such as those with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome （AIDS）, 2-4 malignancies, cutaneous burns, connective tissue diseases, inflammatory bowel disease, those taking immuno-suppressive therapy, and those undergoing organ transplantation,5 etc. In the immunocompetent individuals, HSVE is rare, having been reported in 39 cases and mainly affecting young males^6,7 The aim of this study was to delineate the clinical experience in the diagnosis of HSVE using rapid in situ hybridization and assess the various detection methods.
作者简介
Chang-soo Park：E-mail： danie16538@ hanmail.net
