EFFECTIVE PREVENTION STRATEGIES AGAINST RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS IN PEDIATRIC

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1594612427061

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  Objective: To analyze effective strategies to reduce Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infections in children. Method: A literature review was conducted using the PubMed database, with terms such as “Respiratory Syncytial Virus”, “Pediatrics”, “Prevention strategies”, and “Incidence reduction”. Of the 167 articles found, exclusion criteria reduced the selection to 12 articles for detailed analysis. Review: Several strategies against RSV infection were identified, including the use of monoclonal antibodies such as palivizumab, in addition to the development of active vaccines and the promotion of maternal vaccination. It is essential to increase parental awareness about RSV and implement affordable and effective prevention tactics that encompass non-pharmacological measures and consider socioeconomic factors. Conclusion: Prevention strategies, such as vaccination and immunoprophylaxis, are crucial, highlighting advances such as nirsevimab and vaccines for mothers. Additional research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of these approaches, especially in vulnerable populations, to guide efficient public health policies.
  KEYWORDS: immunoprophylaxis; respiratory Syncytial Virus; pediatric Prevention.