Publications by authors named "Thomas B Anton"
Article Synopsis
- The Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) includes 12 species but focuses on M. avium, M. intracellulare subsp. intracellulare, and M. intracellulare subsp. chimaera, which are significant for clinical relevance in Central Europe.
- Whole genome sequencing was performed on 610 MAC isolates from different countries, allowing for phylogenetic analysis and identification of resistance and virulence genes.
- Results showed clustering of isolates with minimal SNP differences, but no clear correlation between genetic data and clinical outcomes, with specific species being less common in cases of extra-pulmonary disease.
