Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia epidemiology and demographics

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:

Epidemiology and Demographics

Reported incidence is 0.01%, but COP may be more common and underdiagnosed. The mortality rate is approximately 7%, although these tend to be the elderly or those in poor health from other conditions.

Age

It usually begins between the ages of 40 and 60.

Gender

It affects men and women equally.