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Mycobacterium africanum in West Africa by arianeonana is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Mycobacterium africanum, comprising two distinct lineages (MAF1 and MAF2), is a significant cause of human tuberculosis in West Africa, responsible for up to half of TB cases in the region. The review discusses the classification, prevalence, and geographical distribution of M. africanum, highlighting its slower growth compared to M. tuberculosis and its variable biochemical characteristics that complicate classification. Additionally, it notes the sporadic identification of M. africanum outside West Africa
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- arianeonana
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