Publication
Title
Aural myiasis : a case report on a rare entity
Author
Abstract
Myiasis is the infestation of live vertebrates with dipterous larvae. It is a rare entity in the otolaryngology and is more common to occur in patients with mental or physical disabilities. There are only few cases reported in the literature, and most cases are seen in tropical and rural areas. In this case report, we present a 65-year-old patient, with a history of parotid malignancy, who presented with aural myiasis with extension to the mastoid. We discuss the clinical presentation, the further examinations, and the treatment for early- and late-stage infection.
Language
English
Source (journal)
CUREUS
Publication
2020
DOI
10.7759/CUREUS.10617
Volume/pages
12 :9 (2020) , 6 p.
Article Reference
e10617
ISI
000571993300012
Medium
E-only publicatie
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UAntwerpen
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Affiliation
Publications with a UAntwerp address
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Last edited 28.08.2024
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