External ophthalmomyiasis by Oestrus ovis treated with tobacco: clinical case report and medical literature review

External ophthalmomyiasis is an infestation of conjunctiva with larvae or maggots of certain lies. Oestrus ovis is the most common cause of human ophthalmomyiasis. The case of a 16-yearold female is described, who presented with foreign body sensation, pain, and redness in the left eye. Slit-lamp bi...

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Main Authors: García Guerrero, Carlos Jair, Garza Quiñones, Jesús, Reza Caballero, Jorge, González Treviño, Juan Luis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: UANL. Facultad de Medicina 2014
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Online Access:http://eprints.uanl.mx/11478/1/X1665579614676048_S300_en.pdf