Incidental Post-Mortem Discovery of <em>Enterobius vermicularis</em> Infection in a Soldier

Enterobiasis is an intestinal parasitic infection that presents with anal itching and can have serious complications. A 44-year-old soldier with no known medical history was found deceased in his vehicle, not far from his father's farm. Autopsy revealed generalized visceral congestion and heavy, congested lungs, suggestive of acute pulmonary edema.Sterile swabs were systematically applied to the natural orifices (mouth, nose, anus, ear canals) of all autopsied bodies. Suprisingly, anal swab revealed the presence of eggs of Enterobius vermicularis, and the anal region was free of eczematization after inspection.Even though no link was found between the parasite and this patient's death. The gastrointestinal tract can be severely affected, potentially leading to a fatal outcome.Clinicians need to be aware that enterobiasis is common in crowded environments, especially among soldiers. It can also be a taboo subject, which may lead to neglect and potentially fatal outcomes in some young adult patients.