Epidemiology and clinical manifestation of mpox in children: Systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed
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- Systematic review and meta-analysis included 22 studies focusing on paediatric mpox epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and management.
- PCR positivity rates vary widely, from 6.95% in non-endemic regions to 35.6% in endemic areas.
- Clinical manifestations include progressive skin lesions and fever, with younger children at higher risk for severe complications.
- Key risk factors are close household contact, coinfections, and socioeconomic factors.
- Findings highlight the need for age-specific public health interventions, improved diagnostics, and harmonized clinical guidelines to reduce morbidity.