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Risk Factors for Herpes Zoster Infection: A Meta-Analysis

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The burden of herpes zoster (HZ) is significant worldwide, with millions affected and the incidence rising. Current literature has identified some risk factors for this disease; however, there is yet to be a comprehensive study that pools all evidence to provide estimates of risk. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to identify various risk factors, excluding immunosuppressive medication, that may predispose an individual to developing HZ

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English

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Anti-infectives

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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofaa005

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