Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 7, 2026
Intracerebroventricular and Intravascular Injection of Viral Particles and Fluorescent Microbeads into the Neonatal Brain
Published on: July 24, 2016
Neonatal myiasis
1Department of Pediatrics, Sassoon General Hospitals, Poona, India. sonalibapat@mailcity.com
Abstract:
This case involves an orphan female neonate-abandoned in a dustbin in Poona, India-who was infected by the larval forms of the blowfly. The blowfly causing this infestation belonged to the family Calliphoridae and genus Calliphora. The fly of this genus is of importance in Indian veterinary science and is found abundantly around decaying matter in Poona. The larvae occurring in carrion, flesh, etc, usually infest open wounds of animals and rarely infest humans.
Insights
A neonate infant in India was found infested with blowfly larvae (Calliphoridae: Calliphora). This rare human infestation highlights potential public health risks from dipteran larvae in urban environments.
Area of Science:
- Medical Entomology
- Public Health
- Veterinary Science
Background:
- The Calliphoridae family, specifically the genus Calliphora, is prevalent in Poona, India.
- These flies are commonly found near decaying organic matter.
Observation:
- An abandoned neonate female infant was discovered with an infestation of blowfly larvae.
- The infestation occurred in an urban setting (Poona, India).
Findings:
- The causative agent was identified as larval forms of the blowfly genus Calliphora.
- While typically infesting carrion and open wounds in animals, human infestation is rare.
Implications:
- This case underscores the potential for dipteran larvae to infest humans, particularly vulnerable populations.
- Highlights the importance of sanitation and vector control in preventing rare zoonotic infestations.
