Análise de casos de Diabetes mellitus de crianças e adolescentes no Brasil, de 2002 à julho de 2011

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder, defined by persistent hyperglycemia of heterogeneous etiologies. DM can be classified as type 1, characterized by low insulin production in the pancreas, type 2, defined by relative insulin deficiency, and gestational diabetes. Methodology: Refers to a cross-sectional study conducted with 16,268 cases of DM in children and adolescents (from 0 to 19 years old), registered in the DATASUS information system, from 2002 to July 2011. The variables analyzed included: age groups, sex, physical inactivity, overweight, tobacco and DM cases by region in Brazil. The data obtained are freely accessible, so there was no need for authorization from the Research Ethics Committee. Results: The prevalence of DM observed in the period was 8.5 / 100,000 inhabitants. Women showed a higher percentage of DM with 53.00%, obesity affected 10.30% of the population with the disease, sedentary lifestyle with 20.65% and tobacco reached 3.85% of children and adolescents with the disease. Conclusion: It was concluded that Diabetes mellitus is a health problem among children and adolescents in Brazil. These data are important, as they will be able to support the DM care policy, particularly for children and adolescents. Including targeting strategies that support these vulnerable groups in changing lifestyle habits.