Modes of Transmission

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Modes of Transmission

Table 2. Modes of Transmission.
Factors that have been reported to contribute
to Corynebacterium infections		Immunocompetent Immunocompromised
/suppressed
Mucosal Break
X
Urinary Tract InfectionXX
Prosthetic DeviceXX
Prolonged Hospital StayX
CathetersXX
Prolonged Antibiotic TherapyXX
Respiratory Droplets/Secretion ExposureXX
Contact with Open LesionsX X
Endocarditis (Native or Artificial Heart Valves)XX