Monkeypox (hMPXV Infection): A Practical Review

Salcedo R.M.; Madariaga M.G. · American Journal of Medicine (2023) · DOI: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2022.10.023

Resumen

Monkeypox, a neglected disease previously confined to Africa, is causing a worldwide outbreak affecting predominantly males who have sex with males, especially those who are infected with HIV. The clinical presentation during the current outbreak differs from endemic cases. Treatment with tecovirimat and other antivirals is available. Immunization may be used as preexposure and postexposure prophylaxis.