Delphine C. Malherbe

Lung microbial dysregulation and TNF inhibition are associated with worsened nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease

Introduction Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are ubiquitous bacteria that cause a spectrum of diseases, most notably pulmonary disease (NTMPD). The host factors contributing to the heightened susceptibility and severity of NTMPD in elderly individuals are poorly understood. Prior studies have reported increased incid...