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Phenotypical characteristics of nontuberculous mycobacterial infection in patients with bronchiectasis.
Respiratory research - 15 Jul 2024
Frajman Assaf, Izhakian Shimon, Mekiten Ori, Hadar Ori, Lichtenstadt Ariel, Hajaj Chen, Shchori Shon, Heching Moshe, Rosengarten Dror, Kramer Mordechai R
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BACKGROUND: The global mortality and morbidity rates of bronchiectasis patients due to nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) pulmonary infection are on a concerning upward trend. The aims of this study to identify the phenotype of NTM-positive individuals with bronchiectasis. METHODS: A retrospective single-center observational study was conducted in adult patients with bronchiectasis who underwent bronchoscopy in...
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