Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare Infection

Overview

A nontuberculous infection when occurring in humans. It is characterized by pulmonary disease, lymphadenitis in children, and systemic disease in AIDS patients. Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection of birds and swine results in tuberculosis.

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Quick facts about Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare Infection

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Condition

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General Healthcare

MeSH classification

C01.150.252.410.040.552.475.495

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