Mycobacterium sp. as a Possible Cause of Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis in Machine Workers

Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP) in workers exposed to metal removal fluids (MRFs) is increasing. This study supports the hypothesis that aerosolized mycobacteria colonizing the MRFs likely cause the disease. Three case studies of HP outbreaks among metal workers showed potentially high exposures t...

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Main Authors: Brian G. Shelton, W. Dana Flanders, George K. Morris
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1999-04-01
Series:Emerging Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/5/2/99-0213_article