J. C. P. Dias, Alberto Novaes Ramos Junior, E. Gontijo, A. O. Luquetti, M. A. Shikanai-Yasuda, J. R. Coura, R. Torres, Jose Renan de Melo, E. Almeida, Wilson de Oliveira, A. Silveira, J. M. Rezende, Fabiane Scalabrini Pinto, A. Ferreira, A. Rassi, A. A. F. Filho, Andréa Silvestre de Sousa, Dalmo Correia Filho, A. M. Jansen, Gláucia Manzan Queiroz Andrade, C. Britto, A. Pinto, Dayse Elisabeth Campos, Fernando Abad-Franch, Silvana Maria Elói Santos, Egler Chiari, A. Hasslocher-Moreno, E. F. Moreira, Divina de Oliveira Marques, E. Silva, J. A. Marin-Neto, Lúcia Maria da Cunha Galvão, Sérgio Salles Xavier, Sebastião Aldo da Silva Valente, N. B. Carvalho, Alessandra Viana Cardoso, R. A. Silva, Veruska Maia da Costa, S. Vivaldini, S. M. Oliveira, Vera da Costa Valente, Mayara Maia Lima, Renato Vieira Alves
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This document shall strengthen the development of integrated control measures against Chagas disease in the country, focusing on epidemiology, management, comprehensive care (including families and communities), communication, information, education, and research.
Abstract
Chagas disease is a neglected chronic condition that presents high morbidity and mortality burden, with considerable psychological, social, and economic impact. The disease represents a significant public health issue in Brazil, with different regional patterns. This document presents the evidence that resulted in the Brazilian Consensus on Chagas Disease. The objective was to review and standardize strategies for diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control of Chagas disease in the country, based on the available scientific evidence. The consensus is based on collaboration and contribution of renowned Brazilian experts with vast knowledge and experience on various aspects of the disease. It is the result of close collaboration between the Brazilian Society of Tropical Medicine and the Ministry of Health. This document shall strengthen the development of integrated control measures against Chagas disease in the country, focusing on epidemiology, management, comprehensive care (including families and communities), communication, information, education, and research.
Citation format
DIAS, J. C. P., et al. [Brazilian consensus on chagas disease, 2015]. Epidemiologia e Servicos de Saude, 2016, 25 spe: 7–86.