Table 2 Risk factors in reported cases of Corynebacterial pneumonia
From: Corynebacteria as a cause of pulmonary infection: a case series and literature review
Risk Category | Examples |
|---|---|
Decreased clearance / Damaged lung structure | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Previous radiation to thorax Cystic fibrosis Heavy smoking history |
Bypass of airway protection | Active or recent endotracheal intubation Laryngectomy |
Immunodeficiency | Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection Ongoing or recent cancer chemotherapy Conditions that compromise function of PMNs (e.g. poorly controlled diabetes mellitus, end-stage renal disease) Steroid use secondary to autoimmune disease Immunosuppressive drug use secondary to transplant |
Miscellaneous factors | Alcohol use disorder |
Environmental | Exposure to sick animals (C. pseudotuberculosis only) |