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Kunal Shah1, Gaurang Atodaria2, Milind Patwardhan2
1Department of Spine, "We Are Spine ", Ghatkopar, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Introduction:
Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are slow-growing organisms affecting both immunocompromised and immunocompetent patients. As compared to tuberculosis, they pose formidable challenge in successful management beginning with diagnosis extending through its treatment.
Case Report:
Our case highlights unusual spinal presentation of NTM, intricacies in diagnosis, and successful management.
Conclusion:
As the prevalence of NTM is rising, it is important as clinicians to understand unique aspects which differ from tuberculosis for appropriate and successful treatment.
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