Monkeypox Biology, Outcome, Transmission and Epidemiology (MBOTE) Study: Epidemiological and Pathophysiological Insights Through a Cross-sectional Survey (EPIC)
This study aims to better understand how mpox is spreading in the DRC, how it affects different groups of people, and how well vaccines protect against it. The study is designed as a cross-sectional survey, meaning researchers will collect and analyze data from patients diagnosed with mpox at a single point in time. It will also use a case-control approach, comparing people who test positive for the virus to those who test negative, to identify risk factors and evaluate the effectiveness of the vaccine.
• Apply to be tested for VMPX at HGR or another test center.
• Patients of all ages and sexes. However, minors under the age of 12 are excluded from questions on sex life.
• The patient or his/her culturally acceptable representative is willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study.