Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992)
May 2024
Introduction: Congenital glaucoma is a disease that involves increased intraocular pressure and can result in irreversible visual deterioration. The study of epidemiology allows the delineation of the characteristics associated with patients and specific risk factors.
Objective: The objective of this study was to examine epidemiological trends, place of residence, duration of gestation, sex, and race of the newborn diagnosed with congenital glaucoma in Brazil.
Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992)
May 2024
Introduction: Congenital syphilis is a complex public health issue caused by the transmission of Treponema pallidum. Brazil has high incidence rates, with a distinct transmission pattern surpassing other notifiable diseases.
Objective: The objective of this study was to examine epidemiological trends, incidence rate, mortality, geographical distribution, prenatal care, and diagnostic determination timing of congenital syphilis in Paraná State.