(dpa) - Green bottle flies (Lucilia sericata) are used for the production of larva in the laboratory of the company BioMonde in Barsbuettel, Germany, 16 January 2003. This company is the only producer of maggots, which are a certified medicament and only available on prescription in pharmacies. The larva are used for the treatment of wounds.

(dpa) - Green bottle flies (Lucilia sericata) are used for the production of larva in the laboratory of the company BioMonde in Barsbuettel, Germany, 16 January 2003. This company is the only producer of maggots, which are a certified medicament and only available on prescription in pharmacies. The larva are used for the treatment of wounds. Stock Photo
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1824 x 1280 px | 30.9 x 21.7 cm | 12.2 x 8.5 inches | 150dpi

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16 January 2003

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