ATYPICAL MYIASIS IN A FEMALE INFANT IN OSOGBO, SOUTH-WEST NIGERIA; A CASE REPORT.
This case draws attention to an unusual pattern of myiasis in an infant and raises questions about possible changes in vector behaviour or species distribution. It also highlights gaps in early diagnosis, the problem of inappropriate antibiotic use, and the influence of environmental and socioeconomic factors including unreliable electricity on preventable parasitic infections.
Authors
- O A Oyedeji
- O A Arogundade
- N O Aderinto
- A O Omoboyeje
Institutions
- Osun State University (NG)
- Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PubMed
- Published
- 2025-12-31
- Primary Topic
- Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00