Mapping the spatial and temporal frequency of systemic lupus erythematosus in Brazil
This study reveals significant geographic disparities and a rising trend in SLE prevalence across Brazil. The clustering of cases in specific municipalities and the correlation between rheumatologist availability and prevalence underscore the need for targeted healthcare resources. These findings highlight the importance of investigating how healthcare access impacts regional disparities in SLE prevalence and advancing equitable care nationwide.
Authors
- Rodrigo Cutrim Gaudio (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4895-1537)
- Thalia Medeiros (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5642-4027)
- Andréa Alice Silva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5856-6128)
- Fabiana Rabe Carvalho (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4713-233X)
- Alice Ramos Oliveira Silva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6037-8206)
- Kátia Lino (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6134-8495)
- Elisângela da Costa Lima (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0101-790X)
- Andreza Martyres
Institutions
- Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (BR)
- Universidade Federal Fluminense (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Revista Brasileira de Epidemiologia
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1590/1980-549720250030
- Primary Topic
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior
- Fundação Carlos Chagas Filho de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado do Rio de Janeiro