Correction: Prevalence and drug resistance profiles of nontuberculous mycobacteria isolated from Iranian fish pond waters

Key Points

• Prevalence of nontuberculous mycobacteria was significant in fish pond waters, showcasing diverse drug resistance patterns.
• The isolation of specific strains revealed alarming levels of drug resistance—in several cases, resistance exceeded 60%.
• Assessment of samples from various fish ponds highlighted environmental factors contributing to nontuberculous mycobacteria proliferation.
• These findings may enable better monitoring of water quality and public health standards in aquatic environments.