Ophthalmomyiasis Externa: A Case Report
Journal Title: Turkish Journal of Parasitology - Year 2020, Vol 44, Issue 4
Abstract
Ophthalmomyiasis is the infestation of the eye with fly larvae. Oestrus ovis is one of the most common causes of ophthalmomyiasis worldwide. Herein, we describe a case of external ophthalmomyiasis caused by Oestrus ovis in an 18-year-old female living in the city centre of Istanbul and who had no history of contact with any animal.
Authors and Affiliations
Merve Sena Kunduracı , Işıl Kutlutürk , Gamze Tanındı Duman , Erdal Polat
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