Development of lung cancer in patients with nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease
ConclusionsWe identified the clinical characteristics of eight MAC-LD patients who developed lung cancer. NTM-LD may be a risk factor for lung cancer development. Periodic follow-up with chest CT might contribute to early diagnosis and curative therapy for lung cancer.
Source: Respiratory Investigation - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research
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