Evolution of Mortality Due to Parkinson’s Disease in the Capitals of the Brazilian States in the Period from 2010 to 2019
Journal: Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology (Vol.9, No. 8)Publication Date: 2021-08-10
Authors : Luciana dos Santos Viana; Cleiton Fantin;
Page : 263-272
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Abstract
After Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease (PD) is the most common neurodegenerative disease. According to WHO data, about 1% of the world's population over 60 years of age is affected by PD, and its incidence increases with age. Information about mortality plays a relevant role in the planning and distribution of financial resources in the areas of public health, social assistance and the like. Thus, this article aims to describe the evolution of PD mortality in the Brazilian state capitals, in the period from 2010 to 2019. A descriptive and retrospective study was conducted, based on data collection (number of deaths and estimated resident population), by sex and age group, available in the DATASUS SIM. Mortality rates were calculated per 100 thousand inhabitants; and statistical tests of linear regression, the t-test, ANOVA and the Tukey test, using the R program, were performed to evaluate the significance of the data. The number of deaths and mortality rates were higher in males compared to females and the incidence of mortality was higher in the over 80s. Notably, the southeastern region presented the highest mortality rates, which is to be expected because it concentrates the highest proportion of elderly people. It is hoped that such data will aid the implementation of public health policies and adequate social assistance for those affected by PD, in order to improve their quality of life.
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