Ophthalmomyiasis: A Case Report
Ophthalmomyiasis is a relatively rare condition characterized by infestation of ocular and orbital tissues with fly larvae. It manifests as Ophthalmomyiasis externa and Ophthalmomyiasis interna. We describe a case of Ophthalmomyiasis externa in a 40 years old female who presented with ocular foreign...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2020-04-01
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| Series: | Delhi Journal of Ophthalmology |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.lww.com/10.7869/djo.546 |
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| Summary: | Ophthalmomyiasis is a relatively rare condition characterized by infestation of ocular and orbital tissues with fly larvae. It manifests as Ophthalmomyiasis externa and Ophthalmomyiasis interna. We describe a case of Ophthalmomyiasis externa in a 40 years old female who presented with ocular foreign body sensation, redness and lacrimation. On examination, around 20 larvae were seen on everting the upper lid. Microscopic examination revealed them as Oestrus ovis, the sheep nasal botfly. Human Ophthalmomyiasis externa caused by oestrus ovis is rare in India. |
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| ISSN: | 0972-0200 2454-2784 |