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Case Reports
. 1990;247(2):131-2.
doi: 10.1007/BF00183185.

Nasal myiasis due to Oestrus ovis larvae

P Quesada  1 , M L Navarrete, J Maeso
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Nasal myiasis due to Oestrus ovis larvae

P Quesada et al. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 1990.

Abstract

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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