Background: Studies about asymptomatic norovirus infections have been frequently reported. We aim to assess the global prevalence of asymptomatic infections.
Method: We identified publications that included the proportion of asymptomatic norovirus infections by searching in PubMed, Ovid, Scopus, and Web of Science and by screening references from the articles reviewed. The principal summary data were the prevalence of asymptomatic norovirus infection. Random-effect models for meta-analysis were fitted to generate estimates of overall and subgroup prevalence.
Findings: Of 81 studies included, asymptomatic norovirus prevalence was estimated at 7% (95% CI: 6%-9%). Africa, Meso America and South America had higher prevalence (15%, 14%, 11%, respectively) while the prevalence in Europe and North America was lower (4%). Prevalence was similar between community and hospital (9%). Prevalence was higher in children (8%) than adults (4%). For food handlers, prevalence was estimated at 3%. In context of outbreaks, prevalence estimated from 15 studies was as high as 18% (95% CI: 10%-30%).
Interpretation: This knowledge could have an impact on the development of transmission prevention strategies in the future. The high prevalence indicated asymptomatic individuals must not be overlooked.
Outstanding Questions: The high prevalence indicated asymptomatic individuals must not be overlooked. Asymptomatic individuals may play an important role in norovirus transmission. This knowledge could have an impact on the development of transmission prevention strategies.
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