Incidência de tuberculose no estado de Goiás no período de 2006 a 2015

Abstract

The objective of the present study is to demonstrate the incidence and epidemiological data of Tuberculosis (TB) in the State of Goiás between the years of 2006 to 2015. TB is a serious infectious contagious disease that can lead to death without adequate treatment. The form of contagion occurs from one infected individual to another through coughing or sneezing; the most recurrent symptoms are characterized by persistent chronic cough, fever, chest pain, night sweats, weight loss due to lack of appetite. The present academic research has bibliographic and documentary character. To search the articles selected for the theoretical research, an online search was performed at the Virtual Health Library (VHL) and for documentary research data from DATASUS were used to verify epidemiological data and incidence of TB in the State of Goiás between the years of 2006 to 2015. In view of the study presented, it is concluded that in order to avoid rates of tuberculosis in the State of Goiás, it is important that individuals follow the treatment correctly, since non-adherence or abandonment can cause complications for individuals , As well as generate high cost in treatment.