Nontubercular mycobacteria (NTM) in fistula-in-ano: A new finding and its implications

Conclusion Nontubercular mycobacteria can cause fistula-in-ano. It could be an undiagnosed contributory factor in fistula recurrence. Mycobacterial disease (both tubercular and nontubercular) may be associated with delayed recurrence of fistula. RT-PCR is a highly sensitive test and can differentiate between NTM and MTB. It should perhaps be performed in all recurrent and refractory cases.

Source: International Journal of Mycobacteriology - November 24, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research