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In the article: Shocked how well it works.

Not because it's such an odd thing to do.

It's not super common, but the maggots are so much more delicate when cleaning a wound than surgical options. They don't damage what healthy tissue remains so it can grow and close the wound faster. And some of those wounds are so horrifying the maggots look downright cute in comparison.

But the people in the photos are wearing labcoats. Must be cutting edge.