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Comparison of clinical and microbiological characteristics of patients with monomicrobial cultures with and without Corynebacterium species associated infections
| Characteristic | LTRIa (n = 9) | No LTRI (n = 9) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time to positive culture (days [IQR]) | 235 (55–1,020) | 28 (19–49) | 0.058 |
| Positive Gram stain (n [%]) | 7 (78) | 4 (44) | 0.335 |
| Significant no. of CFU (n [%]) | 7 (78) | 2 (22) | 0.057 |
| More than one culture at diagnosis (n [%]) | 6 (67) | 4 (44) | 0.637 |
LTRI, lower tract respiratory infection.
