Clinical Outcomes of Viral Hemorrhagic Cystitis Due to BK and Adenovirus in HSCT Recipients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Key Points

• Clinical outcomes of viral hemorrhagic cystitis vary significantly among hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients, indicating severe health impacts.
• The systematic review analyzed multiple studies, reinforcing the association between BK virus and adenovirus with viral hemorrhagic cystitis outcomes.
• Assessment involved meta-analysis techniques on varied data sources to ascertain specific impacts on patient health and recovery trajectories.
• Findings may enable improved strategies for managing viral hemorrhagic cystitis, necessitating further research on effective treatment options.