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HEALTHMay 17 · 12:00 UTCNBC NEWSMustafa Fattah

Got maggots? These doctors are bringing the bugs into their practice on purpose

Doctors are using maggot therapy to remove dead tissue from wounds and prevent infection. Maggots feed on dead tissue, making them a useful tool in wound care. This practice is being intentionally integrated into medical treatment.

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