Ascariasis into the middle ear: Report of two cases from Iran

Abstract 

Ascaris lumbricoides is found in various parts of the world, mainly in poor sanitation conditions and in developing countries with very crowded areas. Although the prevalence of ascariasis has decreased in Iran due to improved hygiene situation and the use of pesticides in farms, we recently encountered a rare case complication in which the worm was found exiting the middle ear.

Keywords: Ascaris lumbricoides, Ectopic, Middle ear