| Literature DB >> 11310129 |
Abstract
Oral myiasis is a rare condition caused by the invasion of tissues by larvae of flies. A case of gingival myiasis is presented in a 12-year-old boy with learning disability. The patient was unaware of the lesion, although it produced a swelling partially covering the teeth. The lesion was treated with ether, which forced the larvae out, and irrigated with warm saline solution. Follow-up examination revealed complete subsidence and healing of the lesion.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID: 11310129 DOI: 10.1046/j.1365-263x.2000.00162.x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Int J Paediatr Dent ISSN: 0960-7439 Impact factor: 3.455