Abstract
The purpose is to describe a case of human nasal myiasis found in a critically ill patient. Myiasis is derived from the Greek word, myia (fly), meaning invasion of vital tissue of humans or other mammals by fly larvae. Myiasis, first described by Hope in 1840, is characterized by larval infestation of body tissues or cavities of live individuals. Since then, many cases of myiasis affecting different human organs have been reported.
Highlights
The purpose is to report a case of human nasal myiasis found accidentally in a critically ill patient
This uncommon clinical condition is associated with poor hygiene, suppurative oral lesions, alcoholism and senility, and is quite rare in high income countries
The purpose is to describe a case of human nasal myiasis found in a critically ill patient
Summary
The purpose is to report a case of human nasal myiasis found accidentally in a critically ill patient. This uncommon clinical condition is associated with poor hygiene, suppurative oral lesions, alcoholism and senility, and is quite rare in high income countries. The patient was weaned and extubated after epifascial surgical abscess excision. The patient was without problems in the course and could be discharged home.
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