What are the subtle signs of MACLD progression?
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It may be difficult to spot gradual changes that can signal MAC lung disease progression: shifts in symptoms, quality of life, radiographic findings, and changes in microbiologic patterns.1-6
For patients with MAC lung disease, subtle changes can be early signs of progression—and progression can lead to disease advancement. Recognizing subtle changes sooner may help you identify appropriate patients with MAC lung disease progression.1,2
Visit SpotMACprogression.com to learn how to spot MAC lung disease progression.
MAC=Mycobacterium avium complex; MACLD=MAC lung disease.
References: 1. van Ingen J, et al. Expert Rev Respir Med. 2021;15(11):1387-1401. doi:10.1080/17476348.2021.1987891 2. Hagiwara E, et al. Respir Investig. 2019;57(1):54-59. doi:10.1016/j.resinv.2018.08.006 3. Lin C-Y, et al. Front Microbiol. 2022;13:868435. doi:10.3389/fmicb.2022.868435 4. Daley CL, et al. Clin Infect Dis. 2020;71(4):e1-e36. doi:10.1093/cid/ciaa241 5. Lee G, et al. Ann Am Thorac Soc. 2013;10(4):299-306. doi:10.1513/AnnalsATS.201303-062OC 6. Pan SW, et al. Clin Infect Dis. 2017;65(6):927-934. doi:10.1093/cid/cix479
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