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Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM)
Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are opportunistic pathogens that can be found in soil, dust, and water. NTM can cause infections that are difficult to diagnose and treat. Healthcare-associated NTM outbreaks have been associated with medical devices, cosmetic procedures, dental procedures, contaminated parenteral medications, and other exposures.
Featured Resources:
Key resources for responding to NTM in healthcare settings include:
- CORHA’s Proposed Investigation/Reporting Thresholds and Outbreak Definition for NTM
- CDC’s Healthcare Facilities and Health Departments NTM websites
Additional Guidance and Useful Information:
- Extrapulmonary NTM Case Investigation Guidelines from the Oregon Health Authority
- Examples of select healthcare-associated NTM outbreaks (scroll to the bottom of the page)
CORHA HAI-AR Outbreak Investigation and Response Tracking System
CORHA High-Level Guidance for Outbreaks of Healthcare-Associated Infections and Antimicrobial-Resistant Pathogens
CORHA Proposed Investigation/Reporting Thresholds and Outbreak Definition for Extrapulmonary Nontuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM)