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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-03-01
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Series: | BMC Research Notes |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-024-06751-6 |