Cutaneous larva migrans contracted in England: a reminder

We report a case of cutaneous larva migrans contracted in England. This case serves as a reminder that the lack of travel abroad should not preclude the diagnosis. We discuss clinical presentation and management of cutaneous larva migrans.

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