Publications by authors named "Pedro Jose de Almeida"
Rev Soc Bras Med Trop
March 2021
Article Synopsis
- The study focused on leprosy relapse cases in Ceará from 2001 to 2018, analyzing their trends and prevalence.
- A total of 1,777 relapse cases were identified, with higher rates among men, illiterate individuals, those of mixed race, and those with specific types of leprosy or visible disabilities.
- The data indicated a rising trend in leprosy relapse over the study period, highlighting the ongoing challenges in managing the disease in vulnerable populations.
