Prevalence of intentions to receive monkeypox vaccine. A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Immunization, as a preventive strategy against infectious diseases, has consolidated its position as a fundamental pillar in the field of public health. Therefore, the present study aimed to determine the prevalence of the intention to receive the monkeypox (Mpox) vaccine.

Methods

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the available evidence was performed using five databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, and ScienceDirect) with a search strategy until July 24, 2023. Data analysis was performed in R software version 4.2.3. The quality of the included cross-sectional studies was assessed using the "JBI-MAStARI". In addition, a subgroup analysis by population and continent was developed.

Results

Twenty-nine cross-sectional articles with a total s

SUBMITTER: Leon-Figueroa DA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10763398 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature