Key result
Female sex was associated with a significantly lower risk of viral meningitis hospitalization compared to male sex (RR 0.47; 95% CI 0.43-0.53).
Cohort (n=1,500,000)
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Relative Risk: 0.47 (95% CI 0.43–0.53)
Viral meningitis hospitalization incidence in children is highest immediately after birth and at age 5, with male sex, number of children in household, and urbanization being strong risk factors.
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Male sex may flag higher-risk infants for viral meningitis surveillance; leaves open need for prospective validation before guiding practice.
Hviid et al. (2007) conducted a cohort in Viral meningitis (n=1,500,000). Female sex vs. Male sex was evaluated on Viral meningitis hospitalization (RR 0.47, 95% CI 0.43-0.53). Female sex was associated with a significantly lower risk of viral meningitis hospitalization compared to male sex (RR 0.47; 95% CI 0.43-0.53).
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