Shower dehumidification to reduce nontuberculous mycobacteria aerosolization

Abstract Objective Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are environmentally acquired opportunistic pathogens that can cause recalcitrant lung disease. Prior reports have demonstrated links between shower use and infections, yet the aerosolization of NTM from showerheads, as well as the humidity levels...

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Main Authors: Michael X. Kostecki, Yvonne L. Chan, Jennifer R. Honda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-03-01
Series:BMC Research Notes
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-024-06751-6