Mycobacterium Avium-intracellulare Complex

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Health Encyclopedia: Swimming Pool Granuloma

Alternative Names

Aquarium granuloma; Fish tank granuloma


Prevention

Avoid contact with contaminated water. Wear gloves or wash thoroughly when cleaning aquariums.


References

Brown-Elliott BA, Wallace RJ Jr. Infections due to nontuberculous mycobacteria other than Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare. In: Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R, eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Disease. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2009:chap 253.

Holland S. The nontuberculous mycobacteria. In: Goldman...

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