01980nas a2200361   4500000000100000008004100001653003900042653001900081653001100100653001400111653001400125653001500139653001200154100001300166700001900179700001500198700001500213700002300228700001300251700001500264700001300279700001400292700001400306700001600320700001700336700001400353245005100367856007400418300000900492490000700501520109600508022001401604       2016                            d10aNeglected tropical diseases (NTDs)10aChagas disease10aBrazil10aStandards10adiagnosis10aPrevention10aControl1 aDias JCP1 aNovaes Ramos A1 aGontijo ED1 aLuquetti A1 aShikanai-Yasuda MA1 aCoura JR1 aFragata AA1 aSousa AS1 aCorreia D1 aJansen AM1 aAndrade GMQ1 aBritto CFDPC1 aPinto AYN00a[Brazilian consensus on Chagas disease, 2015].  uhttp://www.scielo.br/pdf/ress/v25nspe/2237-9622-ress-25-esp-00007.pdf  a7-860 v253 a<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>
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