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Modeling and sensitivity analysis of cholera dynamics under fuzzy imprecision
Sara Riaz1, Asghar Ali1, Muhammad Munir2
1Department of Mathematics, Mirpur university of science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur 10250, AJK, Pakistan.
Summary
This study analyzes a fuzzy cholera transmission model, identifying key factors influencing disease spread. Treatment and transmission rates are most critical for controlling outbreaks.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Mathematical Modeling
- Fuzzy Mathematics
Background:
- Cholera outbreaks pose significant public health challenges.
- Accurate modeling is crucial for effective disease control strategies.
- Fuzzy number approaches can enhance the realism of epidemiological models.
Purpose of the Study:
- To perform a sensitivity analysis on a fuzzy cholera transmission model.
- To approximate real-world cholera outbreaks using classical and system sensitivities.
- To identify influential parameters in cholera dynamics.
Main Methods:
- Fuzzy numbers were used to represent all disease dynamics parameters.
- Classical and system sensitivities of the fuzzy model were analyzed.
- Graphical representations were used to illustrate population sensitivities.
Main Results:
- Susceptible populations are sensitive to recruitment and mortality rates.
- Infected populations are sensitive to immune loss and transmission rates.
- Treated and recovered populations show sensitivity to contact, recovery, and mortality rates.
Conclusions:
- Treatment and disease transmission rates are the most influential parameters.
- System sensitivities reflect the cumulative effect of fuzzy parameters.
- The model provides a refined approximation for cholera outbreak analysis.
Keywords:
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