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Disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex in an immunocompetent host

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Disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (DMAC) has historically been described in the immunocompromised. The current epidemiologic research suggests that the incidence of nontuberculous mycobacterial infections is increasing. We present a case… Click to show full abstract

Disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (DMAC) has historically been described in the immunocompromised. The current epidemiologic research suggests that the incidence of nontuberculous mycobacterial infections is increasing. We present a case of DMAC infection manifesting as hepatic granulomas in a 35-year-old immunocompetent female. This case suggests DMAC infection in a patient without traditional epidemiological risk factors.

Keywords: complex immunocompetent; disseminated mycobacterium; avium complex; mycobacterium avium

Journal Title: International Journal of Mycobacteriology
Year Published: 2017

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