Journal of cystic fibrosis : official journal of the European Cystic Fibrosis Society
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Multicenter Study Observational Study
Epidemiology of nontuberculous mycobacteria among patients with cystic fibrosis in Scandinavia.
Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are an emerging threat to cystic fibrosis (CF) patients but their epidemiology is not well described. ⋯ NTM are significant CF pathogens and are becoming more prevalent in Scandinavia. MABSC and MAC appear to target distinct patient groups. Having multiple positive cultures despite treatment conveys a poor outcome.