Atlas of Ophthalmology

Operation:	Moving Loa Loa Worm in Subconjunctival Space
Comment to photo:	Loa loa is a subcutaneous filarial parasite of man and is transmitted to humans by chrysops flies. The patient presented with foreign body sensation. On examination, the transparent worm moves underneath the conjunctiva. With topical anesthesia, the complete worm was removed surgically.
Author(s):	Ngounou, Faustin, M.D., Presbyterian Eye Services, ACHA, BAFOUSSAM, CAMEROON, CENTRAL AFRICA; Rajesh, Patel, M.D., Presbyterian Eye Services, ACHA, BAFOUSSAM, CAMEROON, CENTRAL AFRICA; Nchifor, Alice , M.D., Presbyterian Eye Services, ACHA, BAFOUSSAM, CAMEROON, CENTRAL AFRICA; James, Tamon , M.D., Presbyterian Eye Services, ACHA, BAFOUSSAM, CAMEROON, CENTRAL AFRICA
ICD10-Code:	B74.3+
Additional keywords:	moving worm
Length min.:	0
Language:	de
Video number:	8822
Url:	http://www.atlasophthalmology.com/media/Patel_MOV01639.MPG

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