| Literature DB >> 15124740 |
Eric H N Kajioka1, Cherie F K Nagao, Stefan Karas, John M Hardman, James J Navin.
Abstract
Ophthalmomyiasis is the infestation of the eye by fly larvae. Commonly caused by Oestrus ovis, a female sheep botfly will accidentally deposit her larvae into a human eye, resulting in disease. Prompt recognition and treatment of this condition will improve patient care and reduce potential complications. We report a case of ophthalmomyiasis in a young man from Molokai who was infested while unloading a Christmas tree.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID： 15124740
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Hawaii Med J ISSN： 0017-8594