Which infectious agent is commonly associated with acquired bronchiectasis?

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The question is asking to identify the infectious agent that is most commonly linked to acquired bronchiectasis from a list of options provided. It is focusing on medical knowledge regarding respiratory diseases.

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Mycobacterium avium complex is a group of mycobacteria found in soil and water. It can cause lung infections leading to bronchiectasis, especially in people with weakened immune systems.

Tips

A common mistake is assuming that all bronchiectasis cases are due to common bacterial infections, whereas non-tuberculous mycobacteria are significant contributors.

Sources

• Bronchiectasis-associated infections and outcomes in a large ... - bmcpulmmed.biomedcentral.com
• Bronchiectasis - Causes and Risk Factors | NHLBI, NIH - nhlbi.nih.gov