Myiasis of the Mastoid Cavity: Case Report

Mastoid cavity myiasis is a rare but important differential diagnosis. While otomyiasis mainly occurs in tropical regions, it is a diagnosis in patients with a history of radical mastoidectomy presenting with otalgia or otorrhea, particularly in those with diabetes or poor hygiene. Prompt mechanical removal of larvae combined with antiseptic irrigation and systemic antibiotics is an effective and sufficient treatment, typically preventing recurrence or complications.

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Clinical Case Reports
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2025-12-01
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https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.71671
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Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies
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Myiasis of the Mastoid Cavity: Case Report

Sven Beckmann, Georgios Mantokoudis, Samuel Tschopp, Danilo Esaltato et al.
Clinical Case Reports
Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies
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Myiasis of the Mastoid Cavity: Case Report

Sven Beckmann, Georgios Mantokoudis, Samuel Tschopp, Danilo Esaltato, Hannes Hefty
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Abstract

Mastoid cavity myiasis is a rare but important differential diagnosis. While otomyiasis mainly occurs in tropical regions, it is a diagnosis in patients with a history of radical mastoidectomy presenting with otalgia or otorrhea, particularly in those with diabetes or poor hygiene. Prompt mechanical removal of larvae combined with antiseptic irrigation and systemic antibiotics is an effective and sufficient treatment, typically preventing recurrence or complications.

Clinical Case ReportsVol. 13(12)
University of Bern (CH), University Hospital of Bern (CH)
Inselspital, Universitätsspital Bern
Openalex Percentile: Top 65%
Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies
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