Th1-type adaptive immune response and immunologic memory were induced by C. albicans keratitis, and previous contact with Candida preparation enhanced the resistance of the host to subsequent corneal challenge with the same fungus. Active immunization might be an effective strategy to prevent fungal keratitis in populations at high risk.
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