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Ophthalmomyiasis Externa: Case Report of the Clinicopathologic Features

Sugeshnee Pather, Louis M Botha, Martin J Hale and Shirely Jena-Stuart

Ophthalmomyiasis Externa: Case Report of the Clinicopathologic Features

Ophthalmomyiasis externa is the infestation of the superficial external ocular structures by fly larvae. This is a particularly rare condition, which has nevertheless been reported in several countries worldwide. Presented herein are the clinicopathologic features of ophthalmomyiasis externa which occurred in an adult patient. The patient responded well to treatment following thorough ophthalmological examination and prompt diagnosis..