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Estimating severe coccidioidomycosis in California
Valerie J Flaherman1, Richard Hector, George W Rutherford
1Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, California 94143-0503, USA. flahermanv@peds.ucsf.edu
Emerging Infectious Diseases
|January 25, 2008
Summary
Coccidioidomycosis hospitalizations in California occurred at an average annual rate of 3.67 per 100,000 people. Risk factors included county of residence, older age, Black race, male sex, HIV, and pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection, poses a significant public health concern in California.
- Understanding hospitalization patterns is crucial for resource allocation and prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate the incidence and geographic distribution of coccidioidomycosis-associated hospitalizations in California.
- To identify demographic and clinical factors associated with increased hospitalization risk.
Main Methods:
- Utilized California hospital discharge data from 1997 to 2002.
- Calculated average annual hospitalization rates per 100,000 population.
- Performed statistical analysis to identify risk factors for hospitalization.
Main Results:
- The average annual hospitalization rate for coccidioidomycosis was 3.67 per 100,000 population.
- Key risk factors identified include county of residence, older age, Black race, male sex, HIV infection, and pregnancy.
- Geographic distribution patterns of hospitalizations were analyzed.
Conclusions:
- Coccidioidomycosis is a notable cause of hospitalization in California.
- Specific populations face a disproportionately higher risk, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
- Continued surveillance and research are essential for managing coccidioidomycosis burden.
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