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20-11-2023 | Images in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Maggots in genital prolapse

Author: Maureen P. Tigga

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics

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Excerpt

Myiasis is derived from the word “myia” meaning fly and refers to infestation by dipterous larva that thrives on host’s tissue [ 1]. Cutaneous myiasis is most common, however, myiasis in other organs like ear and nose have been described [ 2]. Genital myiasis is rare and is associated with poor hygiene and restricted mobility.[ 3]. …
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Durand B, Sanger I, Iturraspe MS (2023) A case of myiasis in stage IV pelvic organ prolapse. Int Urogynecol J 34:313–314 CrossRefPubMed
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Sabyasachi R, Subhadeep B, Hiralal K (2012) Maggots in prolapsed uterus: polluted progress of life style. Med J Armed Forces India 68:240–241 CrossRef
Metadata
Title
Maggots in genital prolapse
Author
Maureen P. Tigga
Publication date
20-11-2023
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-023-07282-4