122: StAR: Protect the Macrolide! NTM Pulmonary Disease
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Exploring Non-Tuberculous Mycobacterial Disease
This chapter engages listeners with a mix of lighthearted personal stories and serious discussions about non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) pulmonary disease. It examines the increase in NTM infections, the classification and characteristics of mycobacteria, and focuses on diagnostic challenges, illustrated through clinical cases. The episode emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and the complexities involved in distinguishing NTM from other infectious diseases.
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