Analysis of human Brucellosis cases: An epidemiological evaluation based on demographic and treatment data
Keywords:
Human brucellosis, Epidemiology, Demographic data.Abstract
Human brucellosis is a bacterial zoonosis caused by Brucella abortus and is a serious public health problem for workers who have direct contact with infected animals. The disease is often exacerbated by the improper handling of vaccines and the consumption of unpasteurized animal products, requiring strict control and prevention measures. This study analyzes the distribution and characteristics of positive cases of Human Brucellosis in the 54 municipalities under the jurisdiction of the Montes Claros Regional Health Unit (URS-Moc), Minas Gerais, through a descriptive analysis of data recorded in the Disease Notification Information System (SINAN) from 2014 to 2023. The variables examined were: age, gender, race, area of residence and treatment outcome. Of the cases recorded, four (30.8%) received confirmation of the disease. The analysis showed that Brucellosis affects individuals of all age groups, with a lower prevalence in children. There was no clear trend in the annual variation of cases, which suggests stability in the number of occurrences of the disease over the years studied. Men seem to be more affected than women, possibly due to greater occupational exposure in the agricultural sector. The higher incidence in brown individuals may reflect demographic characteristics or exposure to the pathogen. There was a predominance of cases in rural areas, reinforcing the zoonotic nature of Brucellosis. Furthermore, the lack of complete information on treatment and diagnosis highlights deficiencies in data recording and in the health system's ability to respond. The study reiterates the importance of continuous surveillance and differentiated approaches for each demographic affected by Brucellosis and the gaps found in data collection emphasize the need for improvements in health systems for effective management of the disease.
