Abstract
Myiasis is a Greek-derived term (myia = fly) that describes infestations caused by
maggots from Diptera order. It may present in a myriad of forms, but usually does
in the cutaneous form, with migratory larvae infestation of the skin. We treated a
two-year-old female patient who presented with syndactyly due to congenital constriction
bands (Fig. 1). She developed an atypical case of myiasis infestation in post operative
period. Parasite infestation due to Diptera order insects (myiasis) is a scaring event
for patients and even for the assisting healthcare team. Despite not so frequent,
the potential of complications such as secondary bacterial infection and invasive
disease that may lead to death shall be considered, so that the condition severity
cannot be minimized.
Keywords
myiasis - infestation - construction band syndrome
