Prevalence and associated factors of diaper dermatitis in the pediatric population: a systematic review 2020-2026

Authors

  • María Verónica Tauil Ortega Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela
  • Veronika Andreina Ostoich Campos Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela
  • Gabriela Alejandra Córdova Guzmán Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela
  • Aryelibeth Hernandez Álvarez Servicio de Pediatría. Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela.

Keywords:

Diaper dermatitis, Infants, Epidemiology, Prevalence, Pediatric

Abstract

Diaper dermatitis remains one of the most common dermatological conditions in infants. Objective: To synthesize evidence from 2020–2026 regarding prevalence and associated factors of DD. Methods: A PRISMA‑guided systematic review was conducted using PubMed, SciELO, Embase, and Cochrane Library. Studies involving children aged 0–24 months and reporting prevalence or risk factors were included. Results: Prevalence ranged from 7% to 50%, with a peak at 6–12 months. Key factors included diaper‑changing frequency, hygiene, skin pH alterations, antibiotic exposure, and feeding practices. Conclusion: DD remains a highly prevalent condition despite technological advances in diapers. Prevention strategies and caregiver education remain essential.

Author Biographies

María Verónica Tauil Ortega, Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela

Médico Cirujano, Residente de Pediatría. Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela

Veronika Andreina Ostoich Campos , Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela

Médico Cirujano, Residente de Pediatría. Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela.

Gabriela Alejandra Córdova Guzmán, Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela

Residente de Pediatría. Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela.

Aryelibeth Hernandez Álvarez, Servicio de Pediatría. Hospital Militar "Dr. Vicente Salias Sanoja". Caracas, Venezuela.

Medico Cirujano. Caracas,

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2026-06-17

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Tauil Ortega, M. V., Ostoich Campos , V. A. ., Córdova Guzmán, G. A., & Hernandez Álvarez, A. (2026). Prevalence and associated factors of diaper dermatitis in the pediatric population: a systematic review 2020-2026. Multidisciplinary &Amp; Health Education Journal, 8(1), 8088–8093. Retrieved from http://journalmhe.org/ojs3/index.php/jmhe/article/view/212

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