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Biomarker and diagnostic research for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection has been reported in the published literature.
No approved treatments are currently available for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection. An additional 1 compound holds orphan drug designation.
While no drugs are FDA-approved specifically for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection, some of the following designated compounds may be used off-label in clinical practice. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with a specialist familiar with this condition.
The following drugs have received orphan drug designation from the FDA for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection. Orphan designation reflects regulatory interest and does not indicate approval for treatment.
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Estimated prevalence: 1-9 in 100,000 (Uncommon).
9 clinical trials registered, 3 recruiting. Interventions under study include other interventions, biologic therapy, drug therapy, and medical devices. Pipeline includes 2 PHASE4. Research is primarily sponsored by academic and government institutions.
NCT ID | Title | Phase | Sponsor | Status |
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[NCT05192057](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05192057) |
Data assembled from 5 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 20, 2026, 8:43 AM UTC
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nitric oxide | nitric oxide | Novoteris, LLC | 2018 | — | Designated |
Gene therapy approaches for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection have been reported in the published literature.
9 trials found
Hypertonic Saline Inhalation for Mycobacterium Avium Complex Pulmonary Disease |
PHASE4 |
Radboud University Medical Center |
RECRUITING |
[NCT07377864](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07377864) | Clinical Characteristics and Immune Escape Mechanism of Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease in South China | — | Eighth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University | NOT_YET_RECRUITING |
[NCT05277857](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05277857) | Mycobacterial Lung Diseases in Virginia: Sequencing and Clinical Determinants of Relapse and Outcome | — | University of Virginia | UNKNOWN |
[NCT06266442](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06266442) | M. Avium WGS During Mav-PD Treatment | — | University Health Network, Toronto | RECRUITING |
[NCT06262282](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06262282) | Mycobacteriophage Treatment of Non-tuberculosis Mycobacteria | — | National Jewish Health | ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION |
49 publications have been identified in PubMed for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection. Research spans Epidemiology / Natural History (27%), Diagnostic / Biomarker (20%), and Basic Science / Preclinical (18%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Disease patterns and progression | 13 | 27% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 10 | 20% |
Laboratory research | 9 | 18% |
Research summaries | 6 | 12% |
Patient case studies | 5 | 10% |
Clinical study results | 3 | 6% |
Other research | 2 | 4% |
New treatment approaches | 1 | 2% |
Chiang PY (2026). [PMID: 42185157](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42185157/). *J Microbiol Immunol Infect*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Hu B (2026). [PMID: 42094968](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42094968/). *Front Med (Lausanne)*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Khan M (2026). [PMID: 41520506](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41520506/). *Hematol Transfus Cell Ther*. [Other]
Chang CJ (2026). [PMID: 42191464](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42191464/). *J Microbiol Immunol Infect*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Liu H (2026). [PMID: 41994466](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41994466/). *Front Med (Lausanne)*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Masuda K (2026). [PMID: 42080103](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42080103/). *Respirol Case Rep*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Napier E (2026). [PMID: 41684751](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41684751/). *Res Sq*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
Singh S (2026). [PMID: 41738242](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41738242/). *Am J Respir Crit Care Med*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Aneke CI (2026). [PMID: 41528247](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41528247/). *Antimicrob Agents Chemother*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Zheng J (2026). [PMID: 41647520](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41647520/). *Front Med (Lausanne)*. [Diagnostic / Biomarker]
AI-curated news mentioning pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial infection
Updated Aug 21, 2026
Recent research discusses current concepts in diagnosing and managing mycobacterial periprosthetic joint infections in the hip and knee. This study highlights the complexities and challenges associated with these rare infections.
A case report details a fallopian tube nontuberculous mycobacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium abscessus, which mimicked fallopian tube carcinoma. This finding highlights the need for differential diagnosis in similar cases.
A recent case report highlights the occurrence of microscopic polyangiitis following pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacterial disease. This literature review provides insights into the potential relationship between these conditions.