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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Govindavarjhulla, M.B.B.S. [2]Omodamola Aje B.Sc, M.D. [3]
Overview
Since 1996, fewer than 50 confirmed cases were reported in the United States each year. Many more cases may occur that are not correctly diagnosed or reported.[1] In the united states, the incidence of psittacosis is 0.01 per 100,000 persons. The prevalence and incidence of psittacosis do not vary by gender neither is there a racial predilection for psittacosis has it has been identified in all parts of the world including, Africa, china, Europe and the United states.
Epidemiology and Demographics
Prevalence
The prevalence of psittacosis has not been documented.
Incidence
In the united states, the incidence of psittacosis is 0.01 per 100,000 persons.
Case fatality rate
The case fatality rate of psittacosis has not been documented.
Age
Psittacosis commonly affects the middle aged, between the ages of 35 and 55.[2]
Gender
There is no gender predisposition of psittacosis.
Race
There is no racial predilection of psittacosis.
References
- ↑ "Disease Listing, Psittacosis, Technical Information | CDC Bacterial, Mycotic Diseases".
- ↑ Yung AP, Grayson ML (1988). "Psittacosis--a review of 135 cases". Med J Aust. 148 (5): 228–33. PMID 3343952.