Abstract
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ConclusionPatients returning from travel in tropical countries may harbour exotic infec tions which carry a wide differential diagnosis
This case report describes a cutane ous infection of a human botfly larvae diagnosed via bedside ultrasound in the emergency department
The use of bed side ultrasound is an important tool in the examination of suspected soft tissue infestation, infection and for eign body
Summary
Patients returning from travel in tropical countries may harbour exotic infec tions which carry a wide differential diagnosis. For those with soft tissue complaints, emergency physicians should consider an initial evaluation with bedside ultrasound. The image may be a surprising one. Consent Written informed consent was obtained from the patient for publi cation of this case report and accom panying images. A copy of the written consent is available for review by the Editor-in-Chief of this journal
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