2024
DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms12101953
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Sanitary Waters: Is It Worth Looking for Mycobacteria?

Angela Cannas,
Francesco Messina,
Paola Dal Monte
et al.

Abstract: The freshwater environment is suitable for nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTMs) growth. Their high adaptability represents a considerable risk for sanitary water systems, which are a potential vector for NTMs transmission. This study investigated the occurrence of NTMs, such as Mycobacterium saskatchewanense, in hospital water systems to support the surveillance and control of potentially pathogenic NTMs. We analyzed 722 ultrapure dialysis fluid samples from Emilia Romagna Dialysis Services. Among these, 35 samp… Show more

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