Oral myiasis

J Craniofac Surg. 2012 Mar;23(2):e69-71. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31824685f7.

Abstract

Human myiasis results from parasitic tissue infestation by maggots. It often develops in open or necrotic wounds and has its highest prevalence among poor populations in tropical regions. This study reports 2 cases of human myiasis in the oral cavity and describes its clinical aspect and treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Animals
  • Diptera*
  • Humans
  • Larva
  • Mouth*
  • Myiasis / parasitology*
  • Myiasis / therapy*