Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Producing blue pus.
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Examples
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- Severe infections caused by bacteria resistant to other antibacterials (gram negative, pyocyanic): septicemia, osteomyelitis.
Chapter 4 1993
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Although it may seem paradoxical, the aqueous solutions of antiseptics can become contaminated when handled and turn into bacterial cultures, especially Pseudomonas aeruginosa (pyocyanic).
Chapter 5 1993
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