immunocompromization

English

Etymology

immuno- +‎ compromization

Noun

immunocompromization (uncountable)

1. (immunology) The inability to respond to an infection due to an impaired immune system.
   • 2006, Amar Agarwal, Handbook of Ophthalmology, page 276:

     Fungal keratitis is typically an opportunistic infection of the cornea usually following trauma to the cornea, poor compliance with contact lens care, or severe immunocompromization.