Effects of Maggot Therapy as a Novel Treatment Method for Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Lesions: A Review Study

• Main Authors: Fereshteh Mohammadnejhad (Author), Seyed Hassan Nikookar (Author), Nasibeh Hosseini-Vasoukolaei (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, 2024-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Introduction and purpose: Leishmaniasis is classified as a neglected tropical disease caused by Leishmania protozoa and transmitted to humans by sandfly bites. The frequency of vectors, the high cost of drugs, long-term treatments, and drug resistance are some of the most serious obstacles to contro...