Epidemiological Burden and Hospitalization Trends of Human Metapneumovirus in Spain (2016–2023): A Retrospective Study
HMPV poses a significant burden on vulnerable groups in Spain. Despite underdiagnosis, rising cases post-COVID highlight the need for targeted prevention. These findings offer a foundation for public health planning and vaccine prioritization.
Authors
- Ángel Gil-de-Miguel
- Ruth Gil-Prieto
- Oscar Brochado-Kith
Institutions
- Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (ES)
- Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ES)
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Respiratorias (ES)
- Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red (ES)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Infectious Diseases and Therapy
- Published
- 2026-03-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s40121-026-01317-4
- Primary Topic
- Respiratory viral infections research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00