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Effect of Exclusive Breastfeeding on Rotavirus Infection among Children

Aleksandra Krawczyk1, Melissa Glenda Lewis2, Bhumika T Venkatesh3

  • 1Department of Health Science, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|August 27, 2015
PubMed

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Exclusive breastfeeding significantly protects children under five from Rotavirus infection. This practice reduces the risk and severity of Rotavirus diarrhea, offering a key preventive strategy for infants.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Rotavirus infection is a leading cause of diarrheal disease in children globally.
  • Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for infant nutrition and health.
  • The protective role of exclusive breastfeeding against Rotavirus requires further clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the protective effect of exclusive breastfeeding against Rotavirus infection in children under five.
  • To determine if breastfeeding impacts the severity and symptoms of Rotavirus infection.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review and meta-analysis of relevant studies was conducted.
  • Searches included major databases like CENTRAL, MEDLINE, ScienceDirect, OVID, and IndMED.
  • Data extraction and study scrutiny were performed by two independent reviewers.

Main Results:

  • Seven studies were included in the systematic review, with six suitable for meta-analysis.
  • Exclusive breastfeeding demonstrated effectiveness in preventing Rotavirus infection.
  • A reduced risk of Rotavirus infection was observed in exclusively breastfed children (OR = 0.62, 95% CI = 0.48-0.81).

Conclusions:

  • Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life offers significant benefits in preventing Rotavirus diarrhea.
  • Promoting exclusive breastfeeding is crucial for reducing the burden of Rotavirus infections in young children.
  • This review provides strong evidence supporting exclusive breastfeeding as a preventive measure.
Abstract

Keywords:
Breast feedingDiarrheaRotavirus infectionSystematic review

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