Maggot Gangrene Treatment

Maggot Gangrene Treatment

Specific types of fly larvae prove ideal for treating gangrene as they feed on dead and infected tissue while sparing healthy tissue. However, due to the unconventional nature of this treatment, many people are hesitant to give it a try. The use of maggots to treat wounds dates back centuries, and some burn patients still benefit from this approach.

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