Ear Maggot Panel: Case Report - Abstract
Maggots are larvae from eggs laid by flies in decomposing organic matter. Their location in the ear is rare. We share our experience in the management
of a rare case of auricular maggots in two infants. They were admitted for incessant crying with otological signs. Otorhinolaryngological examination revealed
live maggots in the external acoustic meatus. Lesions ranged from congestion of the external acoustic meatus to tympanic perforation. The first case was
diagnosed as otitis externa and right congestive acute otitis media; the second as otitis externa associated with right perforated acute otitis media. Maggots
were extracted by lavage. Follow-up was favorable. We stressed the importance of hygiene. Ear maggots are a rare etiology of otitis. It can cause serious
otological lesions. Prevention is the best alternative.