Nasal myiasis due to Oestrus ovis larvae

Nasal myiasis due to Oestrus ovis larvae

Herein we report our experiences in managing nasal infestation due to fly larvae in an urban population. The nasosinus location is infrequently seen in cases with human infection. The life cycle of the fly (Oestrus ovis) is discussed in view of the clinical features of our case.

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Veröffentlicht in:European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology 1990-03, Vol.247 (2), p.131-132
Hauptverfasser: Quesada, P, Navarrete, M L, Maeso, J
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Adult
Animals
Diptera
Humans
Larva
Male
Myiasis - parasitology
Paranasal Sinus Diseases - parasitology
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Zusammenfassung:Herein we report our experiences in managing nasal infestation due to fly larvae in an urban population. The nasosinus location is infrequently seen in cases with human infection. The life cycle of the fly (Oestrus ovis) is discussed in view of the clinical features of our case.
ISSN:0937-4477
1434-4726
DOI:10.1007/BF00183185