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Global burden of nontuberculous mycobacteria in the cystic fibrosis population: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Miguel Dario PrietoMosaab E AlamAlessandro N FranciosiBradley S Quon
Published in: ERJ open research (2023)
The overall prevalence of NTM infection in cystic fibrosis is 7.9% and is increasing over time based on international registry reports. Future studies should report screening frequency, microbial identification methods and incidence rates of progression from NTM infection to pulmonary disease.
Keyphrases
  • cystic fibrosis
  • risk factors
  • pseudomonas aeruginosa
  • lung function
  • pulmonary hypertension
  • microbial community
  • emergency department
  • case control
  • adverse drug
  • air pollution
  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease