EPIDEMIOLOGICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF CONGENITAL TOXOPLASMOSIS IN INDIGENOUS POPULATIONS IN THE STATE OF TOCANTINS BETWEEN 2019 AND2024

Abstract

Congenital toxoplasmosis represents an important threat to maternal and child health, especially in contexts marked by social vulnerabilities and limited access to healthcare services. This study aimed to characterize the epidemiological profile of the disease in Indigenous populations in the state of Tocantins, from 2019 to 2024. This is a descriptive study with a quantitative approach, based on secondary data obtained from the DATASUS/TabNet platform. A total of 26 cases of congenital toxoplasmosis were identified during the analyzed period in the state of Tocantins, Brazil, with higher frequency observed in 2019 and 2023. It was observed that most cases were diagnosed through laboratory tests. Regarding sex, females were predominant, and 46.2% of cases progressed to cure. The continuity of records over the years indicates the need for ongoing attention from health services. It is essential to invest in improving prenatal care, enhancing information systems, and developing culturally appropriate educational actions to reduce the occurrence of the disease and promote better maternal and child health conditions, especially among vulnerable populations.