There was an excellent show on The Learning Channel (TCL) examining "alternative" forms of treatment. Medical leaches (those bred under strictly sterile conditions) were used to reduce fluid retention in reattached digits (fingers and toes). Medical maggots were used in wound care especially in diabetics with chronic wounds. Treatment was extremely successful in both cases. Keep in mind the medical maggots were raised in germfree condition and were changed daily. Pete
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