Prevalence of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Among Children Under 5 Years of Age in Sub-Saharan Africa

Overview

Journal Glob Pediatr Health

Specialty Pediatrics

Date 2024 Nov 19

PMID 39559718

Authors

Habtamu Mitiku

Tewodros Tesfa

Mekuria Edae

Nega Assefa

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Abstract

. Pneumonia and bronchiolitis are common childhood illnesses caused by the respiratory syncytial virus. A systematic analysis of published epidemiological data in sub-Saharan African children under the age of 5 was conducted. . To retrieve literature, electronic databases, indexing services, and directories such as PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, EMBASE (Elsevier), Google Scholar, and Worldcat were utilized. Data from the included studies were extracted after screening and eligibility evaluation. . The pooled prevalence rate of respiratory syncytial virus was 21% (95% CI: 17, 25). Subgroup analysis based on participants' ages showed that, prevalence was highest in children <6 months (32%). High prevalence was also found in children who were hospitalized (27%), children co-infected with HIV (28%), and children co-infected with bacteria respiratory pathogens (22%). . The prevalence of respiratory syncytial virus infection was high in children in sub-Saharan African countries. Therefore, it should be prioritized as a major health problem.

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