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External Ophthalmomyiasis which was Caused by Sheep Botfly (Oestrus ovis) Larva: A Report of 10 Cases [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2013
Myiasis is the infestation of the tissues and organs of animals or man by fly larvae. Ophthalmic myiasis has been reported from various world regions. In this study, we are presenting the clinical manifestations of external ophthalmomyiasis which was ...
Sucilathangam G., Meenakshisundaram A., Hariramasubramanian S., Anandhi D., Palaniappan N., Anna T.   +5 more
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Epidemiological Insights Into Human Myiasis in Iran: A Comprehensive Systematic Review

Psyche: A Journal of Entomology, Volume 2025, Issue 1, 2025.
Introduction: Myiasis is a condition characterized by the infestation of tissues and organs in humans and other vertebrates with the larvae of certain fly species. It poses a significant medical and public health concern for humans and is also an economic burden for a wide range of domestic and wild animals in tropical and subtropical regions.
Morteza Akbari, Soraya Sheikhi, Kamran Akbarzadeh, Manijeh Hosseiny-Rad, Mohamad Reza Akbari, Asadollah Jalali Galusang, Ali Jalilian, Reza Pakzad, Ali-Ashraf Aivazi, Cleber Galvão   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

An unusual presentation of oral myiasis in maxilla: A case report [PDF]

, 1970
Myiasis is a universal term for infection by the parasitic fly larvae that feed on their host, which can be either living or dead tissue. Oral myiasis is still “rare” and “unique” due to the fact that oral cavity rarely provides the necessary habitat ...
Kalra, Namita, Satish, Vnv, Khandelwal, Deepak, Kumar, Dhiraj   +3 more
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OCCURENCE OF OESTRUS OVIS IN GOATS IN PALAKKAD, KERALA AND ITS SUCCESSFUL MANAGEMENT [PDF]

Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, 2019
Oestrus ovis is a larviparous protelean fly whose larvae parasitize the nasal cavities and adjoining sinuses of sheep and goats. It is primarily a widespread infestation of sheep and rarely occurs in goat, camel, deer, reindeer, elk and ibex (Lapage ...
Bindu Lakshmanan, K.T. Rajimon, K.M. Manjusha, P. Muhammed Shiyas, E.S. Sanjumon   +4 more
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Intranasal Linguatula serrata (tongue worm) in canids and vulpids can be detected using computed tomography

Veterinary Radiology &Ultrasound, Volume 65, Issue 6, Page 793-803, November 2024.
Abstract Linguatula serrata (“tongue worm”) is a zoonotic intranasal parasite found globally in wild dogs, free‐ranging dogs, some domestic dogs, and vulpids. Since there are no sensitive tests currently available, infections are underdiagnosed. This is a pilot observational prospective study aimed at determining whether nasal linguatulosis can be ...
Alice Birckhead, David Jenkins, Shokoofeh Shamsi, Richard Malik, Ann Carstens   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Conformation‐associated health in pet rabbits in the UK: A VetCompass cohort study

Veterinary Record, Volume 195, Issue 5, 7/14 September 2024.
Abstract Background Domestic rabbit breeds vary substantially from the wild rabbit body type. However, little is known about how the conformation of pet rabbits influences their health. Methods Data were extracted from VetCompass anonymised clinical records of rabbits under UK primary veterinary care during 2019.
Dan G. O'Neill, Abbie Williams, Dave C. Brodbelt, David B. Church, Joanna Hedley   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Ophthalmomyiasis Case Caused by Two Blow Fly (Diptera: Calliphoridae) Species in North America

The Scientific World Journal, Volume 2024, Issue 1, 2024.
Ophthalmomyiasis is the result of fly larvae feeding on the tissues of the eye. Commonly associated with poor hygiene and open wounds, this condition is rare and often stigmatized. Treatment can be straightforward, and full recovery is common. Identifying the species responsible for ophthalmomyiasis is important for the medical, forensic, and ...
Taylor B. Parker, Kelly A. Meiklejohn, Gregory A. Dahlem, Ralph C. Eagle Jr., Marius J. Heersink, Stephen G. Schwartz   +5 more
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Human Nasal Myiasis Caused by Oestrus ovis in the Highlands of Cusco, Peru: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature

, 2020
Myiasis is the infestation by dipterous larvae. The larvae can infect intact or decaying tissue including the skin or epithelial surfaces of the orbits, nose, and genitourinary and gastrointestinal tracts.
M M Cabada, M Lopez, P Hoyer, R R Williams   +3 more
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Computed Tomographic Features of the Camel Nasal Myiasis [PDF]

, 2015
The purpose of this work was to describe the computed tomographic (CT) features of nasal myiasis in camel (Camelus dromedarius), which caused by the larvae of camel nasal botfly Cephalopina titillator.
Badawy, Adel M., Elmadawy, Reham S.
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Nasal and Eustachian tube myiasis: A case report

Acta Oto-Laryngologica Case Reports
Nasal myiasis is a rare parasitic disease caused by infestation of the nasal cavity by fly larvae and may lead to serious complications if left untreated. Eustachian tube involvement is exceptionally uncommon.
Liqun Yang, Xiaojun Ji
doaj   +1 more source