American Society of Hirudotherapy

Orbital Cellulitis Due To Leech Therapy

Research article published in Bulletin of emergency and trauma (2019)

Last Updated: March 18, 2026Reviewed by: ASH Editorial Board
Clinical TrialsKılıç M, Ak R · Bulletin of emergency and trauma, 2019

Summary

Orbital Cellulitis Due To Leech Therapy.

Why This Matters for Hirudotherapy

Contributes clinical evidence for the therapeutic application of leech therapy.

Citation

Orbital Cellulitis Due To Leech Therapy.

Kılıç M, Ak R · Bulletin of emergency and trauma, 2019

DOI

Added to ASH library: March 18, 2026 · Site last updated: March 18, 2026

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