NATIONAL OVERVIEW OF HOSPITALIZATIONS AND DEATHS FROM ARTERIAL THROMBOSIS AND EMBOLISM: AN ANALYSIS OF BRAZILIAN STATES

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the national panorama of hospitalizations and deaths due to thrombosis and arterial embolism across Brazilian states, seeking to identify regional patterns and possible health inequalities. A descriptive, quantitative, and retrospective study was conducted using secondary data extracted from DATASUS, referring to hospital admissions and deaths related to these conditions. Arterial thrombosis is frequently associated with atherosclerosis, with obesity, advanced age, and chronic inflammation being its main risk factors. Arterial embolism, in turn, occurs when a clot—usually of cardiac origin—detaches and obstructs an artery, leading to acute ischemia. This condition presents symptoms such as intense pain, pallor, paralysis, and absence of pulse, requiring immediate intervention. Treatment includes anticoagulation, pain management, and in severe cases, thrombolysis, angioplasty, or embolectomy. The results revealed significant variations among Brazilian states in hospitalization and mortality rates, suggesting disparities in access to early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. It is concluded that identifying these inequalities is essential for supporting more effective public policies focused on equity and improving vascular health care in Brazil.