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Exploring the pathogenetic mechanisms of Mycoplasma pneumoniae (Review)
30 Apr 2024
Abstract excerpt
Mycoplasmas, the smallest self‑replicating prokaryotes without a cell wall, are the most prevalent and extensively studied species in humans. They significantly contribute to chronic respiratory tract illnesses and pneumonia, with children and adolescents being particularly vulnerable. Mycoplasma pneumoniae (M. pneumoniae) infections typically tend to be self‑limiting and mild but can progress to severe or even...
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