[Cutaneous myiasis from Cordylobia anthropophaga in a traveller returning from Senegal: a case study]

Infez Med. 2005 Jun;13(2):109-11.
[Article in Italian]

Abstract

Myiasis is the infestation of human or animal tissues by fly larvae. The disease is widespread especially in tropical countries. Here we report a case of myiasis due to Cordylobia anthropophaga that occurred in a traveller returning from Senegal. This case has some peculiar characteristics, regarding the site of the lesion and the clinical presentation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Diptera / growth & development
  • Foot Dermatoses / parasitology*
  • Granuloma / parasitology*
  • Humans
  • Italy
  • Larva
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Myiasis / parasitology*
  • Senegal
  • Travel*