en·do·thrix
ˈen-də-ˌthriks
: an endothrix fungus of the genus Trichophyton (especially T. tonsurans)
: occurring within or penetrating the hair shaft
endothrix dermatophytes
also
: characterized by the presence of hyphae and arthroconidia within the hair shaft
endothrix tinea capitis
compare ectothrix
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