Acceptability of HPV Vaccines: A Qualitative Systematic Review and Meta-Summary
Journal
Vaccines
ISSN
2076-393X
Date Issued
2023
Author(s)
María-Teresa Urrutia
Alejandra-Ximena Araya
Macarena Gajardo
Macarena Chepo
Romina Torres
Type
Resource Types::text::journal::journal article
URL Institutional Repository
Abstract
<jats:p>In 2006, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine was approved for use as an effective intervention for reducing the risk of developing cervical cancer; however, its successful implementation is dependent on acceptability. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the reasons that favor or do not favor the acceptability of HPV vaccines. Methods: We conducted a systematic review and meta-summary of qualitative research on 16 databases. A total of 32 articles that considered the perspectives of vaccine users, their parents, and the professionals who care for them were reviewed. Synthesis was conducted as described by Sandelowski and Barroso. Results: We used inductive and deductive methods to obtain a total of 22 dimensions, out of which three issues stood out that should be considered to improve acceptability and are formed by three groups of study, namely, information about the vaccine, fears and side effects, and sexuality associated with the vaccine. Conclusions: Acceptability, as well as adherence to HPV vaccination, is a complex concept. This review highlights the perspectives of the three sets of actors involved in the process (i.e., users, parents, and professionals) and views these factors in relation to acceptability as a guide for new interventions.</jats:p>
Subjects
acceptability of healthcare
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cervical cancer prevention
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papillomavirus vaccines
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human papilloma virus vaccine
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acceptability of healthcare
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adverse event
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cancer prevention
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conceptual framework
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data extraction
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health care personnel
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knowledge
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nonhuman
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patient compliance
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program acceptability
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qualitative research
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review
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screening
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sensitivity and specificity
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sexuality
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systematic review
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theoretical model
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uterine cervix cancer
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vaccination