Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Pulmonary Infections in Non-HIV Patients

Abstract: Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are ubiquitous organisms with nearly 100 different species found in soil and water. The fatty-acid and wax-rich impermeable cell wall of the mycobacteria allow for adherence to solid substrates such as pipes and leaves, allowing the organism to persist despite treatment with common disinfectants. Mycobacteria can cause infection in both humans and animals. It is difficult to assess the incidence or prevalence of NTM diseas… More >>

Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Pulmonary Infections in Non-HIV Patients

Topic: hiv, hiv patients, mycobacteria, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Pulmonary Infections, NTM, pulmonary infections, soil and water, ubiquitous organisms

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