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Mycobacterium kansasii in a rhesus monkey
R K Jackson1, R A Juras, S M Stiefel
1Veterinary Sciences Department, Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute, Bethesda, MD 20814.
Laboratory Animal Science
|September 1, 1989
Summary
Pulmonary disease caused by atypical mycobacteria, particularly Mycobacterium kansasii, is increasing. A rhesus monkey diagnosed with this infection highlights the growing concern of mycobacterial lung disease.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Pathology
- Microbiology
- Pulmonary Medicine
Background:
- The incidence of pulmonary disease attributed to atypical mycobacteria has steadily risen since the mid-20th century.
- Mycobacterium kansasii and Mycobacterium intracellulare are the primary pathogens driving this increasing trend in human populations.
- Non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections pose a growing challenge in both human and animal health.