Table 2. Characteristics of invasive pneumococcal infections based on active bacterial core surveillance system (ABC).
| Age 65-69 | Age 70-79 | Age 80+ | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPD rates (per 100,000 per year) | 38.7 | 38.7 | 38.7 | 2009 ABCs |
| IPD outcome rates (per 100,000 per year) | ||||
| Mortality | 6.56 | 6.56 | 6.56 | 2009 ABCs |
| Meningitis | 1.61 | 1.27 | 1.26 | 2007-8 ABCs |
| PPSV vaccine serotype coverage (%) | 74.1 | 65.8 | 62.9 | 2007-8 ABCs |
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Active Bacterial Core surveillance (ABCs).22
IPD: invasive pneumococcal disease; PPSV: pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine