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This photomicrograph reveals some of the histopathology found in this cardiac tissue sample in a case of cardiac toxoplasmosis. The tissue specimen was harvested from a patient with a fatal case of AIDS. You’re able to see that contained within a myocyte is what is referred to as a cyst, containing numerous Toxoplasma gondii bradyzoites. Several myocardial contraction bands, and scattered inflammatory cells were visible as well.
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Content Provider(s): CDC/ Dr. Edwin P. Ewing, Jr.
Creation Date: 1983
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