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A Case Report of a Patient Who Had Intravaginal Leech Application

Arif Aksu(SAĞLIK BİLİMLERİ ÜNİVERSİTESİ, ADANA ŞEHİR SAĞLIK UYGULAMA VE ARAŞTIRMA MERKEZİ)0000-0001-8987-0640
Ömer Faruk Küçük(KAHRAMANMARAŞ SÜTÇÜ İMAM ÜNİVERSİTESİ, TIP FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0002-2247-6785
Muhammed Ali Güler(KAHRAMANMARAŞ SÜTÇÜ İMAM ÜNİVERSİTESİ, TIP FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0003-0375-5268
Sami Keleş(KAHRAMANMARAŞ SÜTÇÜ İMAM ÜNİVERSİTESİ, TIP FAKÜLTESİ)0009-0005-8384-3349
Aybars Furkan Dumrul(KAHRAMANMARAŞ SÜTÇÜ İMAM ÜNİVERSİTESİ, TIP FAKÜLTESİ)0000-0002-9428-3050
Pages
49–51
Publication Date
2023-07-07
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In this case report, we present a case of vaginal bleeding after intravaginal leech application.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Intravaginal leech application is a traditional medical practice used in some cultures to treat various gynecological conditions.
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Key Findings & Data:Leeches are believed to improve blood circulation and promote healing in the affected area.
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Conclusion & Impact:In this case report, we present a case of vaginal bleeding after intravaginal leech application.
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📍Scope:Comprehensive Sample
⚙️Variables:Leech therapy · Intravaginal bleeding · Hirudotherapy

Abstract

Intravaginal leech application is a traditional medical practice used in some cultures to treat various gynecological conditions. Leeches are believed to improve blood circulation and promote healing in the affected area. Studies have shown that the bioactive substances injected by leeches, when their mechanisms of action are examined, can be used in the treatment of many diseases. In this case report, we present a case of vaginal bleeding after intravaginal leech application.

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Aksu, A., Küçük, Ö. F., Güler, M. A., Keleş, S., Dumrul, A. F. (2023). A Case Report of a Patient Who Had Intravaginal Leech Application. Journal of Emergency Medicine Case Reports, Cilt: 14 Sayı: 2, 49–51. https://doi.org/10.33706/jemcr.1294714

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