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Tuberculosis surveillance and evaluation system in Portugal.

T Serra1, A Salema, H Lopes

  • 1Services for Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, Ministerio da Saúde, Lisboa, Portugal.

Tubercle and Lung Disease : the Official Journal of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
|December 1, 1992
PubMed
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A new computerized tuberculosis surveillance program in Portugal aims to improve data accuracy for epidemiological indices. This system will aid in evaluating local tuberculosis situations, treatment outcomes, and patient follow-up.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Health Informatics

Background:

  • Tuberculosis (TB) presents a significant public health challenge in Portugal.
  • Existing data collection methods for TB surveillance were identified as needing improvement for precision.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a new computerized program for tuberculosis surveillance and data evaluation in Portugal.
  • To enhance the precision of epidemiological indices related to tuberculosis.
  • To provide clinicians and regional coordinators with improved tools for assessing local TB situations, treatment results, and monitoring treatment failures and abscondments.

Main Methods:

  • Development and implementation of a novel computerized program for tuberculosis data management.
  • Detailed description of the data stored within the computer system.

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  • Analysis of tuberculosis incidence evolution and specific figures for 1990 using both the new and former data collection processes.

    • Main Results:

    • The new system is currently undergoing deployment and validation after a year of user evaluation.
    • Initial data indicates the potential for more precise epidemiological information compared to the previous system.
    • Detailed epidemiological figures for 1990 were obtained, highlighting the evolution of tuberculosis incidence.

    Conclusions:

    • The newly developed computerized surveillance program is expected to significantly improve the accuracy and utility of tuberculosis data in Portugal.
    • The system's evaluation and deployment are ongoing, with future publications planned to present comprehensive results.
    • This initiative represents a crucial step towards more effective tuberculosis control and management in the region.