@article{29184,
  keywords = {Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), Chagas disease, Brazil, Standards, diagnosis, Prevention, Control},
  author = {Dias JCP and Novaes Ramos A and Gontijo ED and Luquetti A and Shikanai-Yasuda MA and Coura JR and Fragata AA and Sousa AS and Correia D and Jansen AM and Andrade GMQ and Britto CFDPC and Pinto AYN},
  title = {[Brazilian consensus on Chagas disease, 2015].},
  abstract = {<p>Chagas disease is a neglected chronic condition that presents high morbidity and mortality burden, with considerable psychological, social, and economic impact. The disease represents a significant public health issue in Brazil, with different regional patterns. This document presents the evidence that resulted in the Brazilian Consensus on Chagas Disease. The objective was to review and standardize strategies for diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control of Chagas disease in the country, based on the available scientific evidence. The consensus is based on collaboration and contribution of renowned Brazilian experts with vast knowledge and experience on various aspects of the disease. It is the result of close collaboration between the Brazilian Society of Tropical Medicine and the Ministry of Health. This document shall strengthen the development of integrated control measures against Chagas disease in the country, focusing on epidemiology, management, comprehensive care (including families and communities), communication, information, education, and research.</p>
},
  year = {2016},
  journal = {Epidemiologia e servicos de saude : revista do Sistema Unico de Saude do Brasil},
  volume = {25},
  pages = {7-86},
  issn = {2237-9614},
  url = {http://www.scielo.br/pdf/ress/v25nspe/2237-9622-ress-25-esp-00007.pdf},
  doi = {10.5123/S1679-49742016000500002},
  language = {por},
}