Factores asociados al incumplimiento del esquema de vacunación en niños menores de 5 años en una institución de salud en la ciudad de Barranquilla 2023

Abstract

Introduction: Immunization involves the use of live, inactive microorganisms and their particles. When these are applied, they induce the formation of antibodies in the living being to create immunity against a disease. Objectives: Determine the prevalence factors associated with non-compliance with the vaccination schedule in children under 5 years of age in a health institution in the city of Barranquilla. Methodology: Descriptive, cross-sectional quantitative study, whose population is the mothers of children under 5 years of age, with an incomplete vaccination schedule. Keywords: Immunization, microorganisms, vaccination.