Burden and Characteristics of Respiratory Syncytial Virus‐Associated Bronchiolitis in Hospitalized Infants in Italy: A Systematic Review

Key Points

• This research aims to analyze the burden and characteristics of bronchiolitis caused by RSV in hospitalized infants in Italy.
• Conducted a systematic review of existing studies on RSV bronchiolitis in infants
• Evaluated the effectiveness of immunization programs and monoclonal antibody treatments
• Analyzed data from pediatric intensive care units across the country
• Highlight the significant strain of RSV bronchiolitis on pediatric intensive care units
• Identify the promise of immunization programs in reducing hospitalization rates
• Support recommendations for broader use of long-acting monoclonal antibodies in infants

Abstract