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Use of Neuraminidase Inhibitors for Rapid Containment of Influenza: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Individual and Household Transmission Studies

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  • George N Okoli
  • Harmony E Otete
  • Charles R Beck
  • Jonathan S Nguyen-Van-Tam

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Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of neuraminidase inhibitors for use in rapid containment of influenza. Method: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis in accordance with the PRISMA statement. Healthcare databases and sources of grey literature were searched up to 2012 and records screened against protocol eligibility criteria. Data extraction and risk of bias assessments were performed using a piloted form. Results were synthesised narratively and we undertook meta-analyses to calculate pooled estimates of effect, statistical heterogeneity and assessed publication bias. Findings: Nine randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and eight observational studies met the inclusion criteria. Neuraminidase inhibitors provided 67 to 89% protection for individuals following prophylaxis. Meta-analysis of individual protection showed a significantly lower pooled odds of laboratory confirmed seasonal or influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 infection following oseltamivir usage compared to placebo or no therapy (n = 8 studies; odds ratio (OR) = 0.11; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.06 to 0.20; p

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  • George N Okoli & Harmony E Otete & Charles R Beck & Jonathan S Nguyen-Van-Tam, 2014. "Use of Neuraminidase Inhibitors for Rapid Containment of Influenza: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Individual and Household Transmission Studies," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 9(12), pages 1-17, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pone00:0113633
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0113633
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    1. Ivan Gentile & Alberto Enrico Maraolo & Prisco Piscitelli & Annamaria Colao, 2020. "COVID-19: Time for Post-Exposure Prophylaxis?," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 17(11), pages 1-3, June.

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