Genome and drug resistance analysis of Mycobacterium abscessus complex on tropical islands in China

In Hainan region, environmental exposure is the main source of MABC infection. Whole genome analysis suggests the potential risk of local common exposure. Mma has a better treatment prospect due to its low clindamycin resistance rate. The differentiation of virulence and resistance genes among subtypes provides a molecular basis for the precise prevention and control of MABC infection in tropical regions.