Sporotrichosis-Associated Hospitalizations, United States, 2000–2013

Abstract

To determine frequency and risk for sporotrichosis-associated hospitalizations, we analyzed the US 2000–2013 National (Nationwide) Inpatient Sample. An estimated 1,471 hospitalizations occurred (average annual rate 0.35/1 million persons). Hospitalizations were associated with HIV/AIDS, immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Although rare, severe sporotrichosis should be considered for at-risk patients.

Keywords

• sporotrichosis
• epidemiology
• mycoses
• hospitalization
• United States
• USA