Safety Profile of the Adjuvanted Recombinant Zoster Vaccine in Immunocompromised Populations: An Overview of Six Trials
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DOI: 10.1007/s40264-021-01076-w
Abstract: The adjuvanted recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) has demonstrated high efficacy against herpes zoster in older adults and immunocompromised populations. We present comprehensive safety data from six clinical trials in immunocompromised populations (autologous hematopoietic stem cell… read more here.
Keywords: zoster vaccine; safety; herpes zoster; recombinant zoster ... See more keywords
Understanding the immunology of Shingrix, a recombinant glycoprotein E adjuvanted herpes zoster vaccine.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.coi.2019.02.009
Abstract: Herpes zoster is common in older and immune suppressed persons due to diminished VZV-specific cellular immunity. A recombinant herpes zoster vaccine (RZV) consisting of a single VZV glycoprotein and an adjuvant system stimulates robust and… read more here.
Keywords: zoster vaccine; herpes zoster; glycoprotein; immunology ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of the Recombinant Zoster Vaccine for Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus in the United States.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2021.04.017
Abstract: PURPOSE To examine the effectiveness of the recombinant zoster vaccine for preventing herpes zoster ophthalmicus in the general US population. DESIGN Retrospective, observational cohort study. PARTICIPANTS Individuals enrolled in the OptumLabs® Data Warehouse (OLDW) (OptumLabs,… read more here.
Keywords: zoster vaccine; recombinant zoster; herpes zoster; zoster ophthalmicus ... See more keywords
Determining the optimal strategy for the live-attenuated herpes zoster vaccine in adults.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2018.06.059
Abstract: The optimal strategy for the vaccinating against herpes zoster (HZ) vaccine remains unknown. Cost-effectiveness analyses provide insight to the most cost-effective age groups but results vary across studies. The optimal strategy is important given that… read more here.
Keywords: zoster vaccine; age; herpes zoster; optimal strategy ... See more keywords
Assessing the effectiveness of zoster vaccine live: A retrospective cohort study using primary care data in the United Kingdom.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2018.08.037
Abstract: BACKGROUND Herpes zoster (shingles) is a common viral disease increasing in risk and severity with age. Post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN), a complication of shingles, causes severe pain impacting quality of life (QoL). Zoster Vaccine Live (ZVL),… read more here.
Keywords: vaccine live; risk; zoster vaccine; united kingdom ... See more keywords
A Broad Safety Assessment of the Recombinant Herpes Zoster Vaccine
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DOI: 10.1093/aje/kwac030
Abstract: Abstract The recombinant herpes zoster vaccine (RZV), approved as a 2-dose series in the United States in October 2017, has proven highly effective and generally safe. However, a small risk of Guillain-Barré syndrome after vaccination… read more here.
Keywords: safety; recombinant herpes; zoster vaccine; herpes zoster ... See more keywords
Improving herpes zoster vaccine rates: The impact of a targeted educational program
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DOI: 10.1097/jxx.0000000000000039
Abstract: Background and purpose: Despite demonstrated efficacy, the utilization of herpes zoster vaccine (HZV), recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for all immunocompetent adults aged above 60 years, is low (31%). The aim of… read more here.
Keywords: zoster vaccine; hzv; herpes zoster; program ... See more keywords
Clarification regarding the statement of the association between the recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) and gout flares.
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DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2019-216639
Abstract: We have read with great interest the article addressing the risk of gout flares after vaccination in a case crossover study by Yokose et al .1 The authors suggest that vaccines may be associated with… read more here.
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Public health impact model estimating the impact of introducing an adjuvanted recombinant zoster vaccine into the UK universal mass vaccination programme
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-025553
Abstract: Objectives In 2013, the herpes zoster (HZ) immunisation programme was introduced in the UK, recommending vaccination of adults 70 years of age (YOA) with the zoster vaccine live (ZVL), the only vaccine available at the… read more here.
Keywords: zoster vaccine; vaccine; impact; health ... See more keywords
Postlicensure herpes zoster vaccine effectiveness: systematic review protocol
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-040964
Abstract: Introduction Herpes zoster (HZ) and associated complications inflict substantial morbidity and associated healthcare and socioeconomic burdens. Current treatments are not fully effective, especially among the most vulnerable populations. Two HZ vaccines are available and are… read more here.
Keywords: vaccine effectiveness; zoster vaccine; herpes zoster; postlicensure ... See more keywords
Shoulder Injury Related to Zoster Vaccine Administration
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DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.9484-22
Abstract: A 50-year-old woman presented with left shoulder pain that developed 1 day after the intramuscular administration of a zoster vaccine (Picture 1). She had been experiencing this pain for the past six weeks. Magnetic resonance… read more here.
Keywords: injury related; administration; vaccine administration; shoulder injury ... See more keywords