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[Pathogenic mycobacteria]

W Käppler

    Zeitschrift Fur Erkrankungen Der Atmungsorgane
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Mycobacteria beyond tuberculosis and leprosy are significant human pathogens. This review details known and potential mycobacterial species causing human diseases, including nontuberculous mycobacterial infections.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Pathogen Discovery

    Context:

    • Mycobacteria other than Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Mycobacterium leprae are recognized as significant human pathogens.
    • At least 15 distinct mycobacterial species are currently identified as human pathogens.
    • Eleven additional species are considered potential pathogens, with disease manifestation often contingent on host-specific factors.

    Purpose:

    • To characterize known and potential mycobacterial pathogens of humans.
    • To summarize the spectrum of nontuberculous mycobacterial diseases affecting humans.
    • To provide an overview of mycobacterial species relevant to human health.

    Summary:

    • The abstract discusses the established role of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) as human pathogens.

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  • It highlights that at least 15 NTM species are known human pathogens, with 11 others posing potential risks dependent on host factors.
  • The content includes characterization of these mycobacteria, particularly the potentially pathogenic species, and summarizes key NTM diseases.

    • Impact:

    • Enhances understanding of the etiological agents responsible for a range of human mycobacterial infections.
    • Provides a foundational reference for clinicians and researchers dealing with NTM diseases.
    • Contributes to the knowledge base for developing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies against NTM pathogens.