A case of anterior internal ophthalmomyiasis: case report

Saraiva, Vinicius da Silveira; Amaro, Miguel Hage; Belfort, Rubens; Burnier, Miguel N.

doi:10.1590/s0004-27492006000500023

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“…Dead larvae in the vitreous cavity were also detected as they might not get a chance to escape for pupation. Various other researchers also reported cases of ophthalmomyiasis interna (Buettner 2002;Edelmann et al 2014;Georgalas et al 2011;Gozum et al 2003;Khoumiri et al 2008;Lagace-Wiens et al 2008;Ollivier et al 2006;Saraiva et al 2006;Sharifipour and Feghhi 2008;Taba et al 2012). A rare case of secondary myiasis of ocular infestation by C. bezziana was reported in a 55-year-old female from Iran which involved significant destruction of the eyeball (Berenji et al 2015).…”

Section: Ophthalmomyiasis Internamentioning

confidence: 97%

Incidence of myiasis among humans—a review

Singh

2015

Parasitol Res

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Myiasis, the infestation of tissues of live humans and other vertebrate animals with dipteran larvae (maggots), is a phenomenon of widespread occurrence throughout the tropical regions of the world. It is commonly seen in domestic and wild animals but occurs rarely in man also. The tissue invasion in man by maggots is generally a well-recognized complication of neglected wounds. The condition may be asymptomatic but occasionally results in more or less severe problems and even death when larvae invade body cavities or areas that forbid their direct visual examination. Many cases of myiasis, however, usually do not reach the attention of medical practitioners because of the tendency of the mature larvae to migrate out of the lesion for pupation. In the present study, the authors reviewed the past literature describing the cases of human myiasis, causative fly species and predisposing factors for the onset of the same. The aim of the present manuscript is to provide a database for the future reference of medical entomologists, medical practitioners and veterinarians. Review of literature revealed that 37 fly species belonging to ten families were responsible worldwide for the onset of human myiasis. The incidence of myiasis among humans can be correlated to increasing fly populations, poor hygienic conditions and presence of domestic animals in the close vicinity. Other factors responsible for myiasis include neglected open wounds and foul-smelling discharge from natural body openings. Moreover, ignorance plays a key role in its occurrence since people are generally unaware about the actual cause and often correlate the condition to their superstitious beliefs. It is emphasized that the patients should not neglect their wounds and should take proper medical care; otherwise, myiasis may supervene.

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Section: Ophthalmomyiasis Internamentioning

confidence: 97%

Incidence of myiasis among humans—a review

Singh

2015

Parasitol Res

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“…Anterior ophthalmomyiasis interna is less common and appears clinically as anterior uveitis, sometimes accompanied by posterior segment inflammation, which may be severe (298).…”

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Myiasis

2012

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SUMMARY Myiasis is defined as the infestation of live vertebrates (humans and/or animals) with dipterous larvae. In mammals (including humans), dipterous larvae can feed on the host's living or dead tissue, liquid body substance, or ingested food and cause a broad range of infestations depending on the body location and the relationship of the larvae with the host. In this review, we deeply discuss myiasis as a worldwide infestation with different agents and with its broad scenario of clinical manifestations as well as diagnosis techniques and treatment.

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“…Botfly maggots, very rarely, may invade the sclera and present in the AC, vitreous cavity or subretinal space. Two larvae in the same eye have never been reported in the English literature 1–4 . In our patient, aside from impaired VA, the intraocular maggots caused prominent orbital cellulitis.…”

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“…Ophthalmomyiasis is a rare insect‐mediated disease caused by botfly larvae 1–4 . Botfly maggots, very rarely, may invade the sclera and present in the AC, vitreous cavity or subretinal space.…”

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