Stroke in Brazil: Prevalence and Access to Rehabilitation
Author Information
Author(s): Luana Karoline Castro Silva, Christian Douglas Dantas de Sousa, Ramon Távora Viana, Renata Viana Brígido de Moura Jucá, Johnnatas Mikael Lopes, Christina Danielli Coelho de Morais Faria, Shamyr Sulyvan de Castro, Lidiane Andrea Oliveira Lima
Primary Institution: Universidade Federal do Ceará
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of self-reported stroke and the accessibility of healthcare for stroke patients in Brazil?
Conclusion
The prevalence of self-reported stroke in Brazil was 1.9%, with many patients experiencing limitations in their activities and limited access to rehabilitation services.
Supporting Evidence
- The national prevalence of self-reported stroke in Brazil was 1.9%.
- 50.2% of stroke survivors reported limitations in their daily activities.
- Only 24.6% of stroke patients reported having access to rehabilitation services.
- 73.4% of individuals with activity limitations received no physiotherapeutic treatment.
- 54.6% of stroke patients had regular follow-ups with healthcare professionals.
Takeaway
In Brazil, many people who have had a stroke struggle to get the help they need to recover, even though a lot of them see doctors regularly.
Methodology
This cross-sectional study used data from the 2019 National Health Survey, including participants aged 15 and older who reported a stroke diagnosis.
Potential Biases
Potential underreporting of stroke cases may affect the accuracy of the data.
Limitations
Self-reported measures may introduce subjectivity and memory bias.
Participant Demographics
Participants included individuals aged 15 and older from all five geographic regions of Brazil.
Statistical Information
P-Value
1.9%
Confidence Interval
95%CI 1.7–2.0
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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