PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - Fydryszewski, Nadine A. TI - Myiasis: Diagnosis, Treatment and Medical Use of Maggots AID - 10.29074/ascls.26.2.76 DP - 2013 Apr 01 TA - American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science PG - 76--81 VI - 26 IP - 2 4099 - http://hwmaint.clsjournal.ascls.org/content/26/2/76.short 4100 - http://hwmaint.clsjournal.ascls.org/content/26/2/76.full SO - Clin Lab Sci2013 Apr 01; 26 AB - Two myiasis cases are presented which illustrate aspects of this infestation, and the role of the medical laboratory scientist with regard to the importance of critical thinking, problem-solving, and interprofessional communication skills. The purpose is to heighten awareness of myiasis, and emphasize the role of the medical laboratory scientist as a member of the healthcare team in confirming diagnosis.ABBREVIATIONS: MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist, MDT - maggot debridement therapy