Nontuberculous mycobacteria
Nontuberculous mycobacteria (pronunciation: non-tu-ber-cu-lous my-co-bac-te-ria), also known as NTM, are types of mycobacteria that are not classified as part of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex. These organisms are found in various environments, including water and soil.
Etymology
The term "nontuberculous" is used to differentiate these mycobacteria from those that cause tuberculosis. "Mycobacteria" is derived from the Greek words "mykes" (fungus) and "bakterion" (small rod), referring to the appearance of these organisms under a microscope.
Related Terms
- Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC): A group of nontuberculous mycobacteria that are commonly associated with human disease.
- Pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial infection: An infection in the lungs caused by nontuberculous mycobacteria.
- Mycobacterium abscessus: A species of nontuberculous mycobacteria that can cause lung disease, skin infections, and other conditions.
- Mycobacterium kansasii: A species of nontuberculous mycobacteria that primarily causes lung disease.
See Also
- Mycobacterium
- Tuberculosis
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex
- Mycobacterium avium complex
- Pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial infection
- Mycobacterium abscessus
- Mycobacterium kansasii
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nontuberculous mycobacteria
- Wikipedia's article - Nontuberculous mycobacteria
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