Levantamento epidemiológico de leishmaniose visceral em cães atendidos pelo centro de controle de zoonoses de Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul

Abstract

Canine Visceral Leishmaniasis (CVL) is a significant illness, not only for canine health but also due to its potential for transmission to humans. This epidemiological survey aimed to understand the dynamics of CVL in dogs attended to by the Zoonosis Control Center (ZCC) of Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul. The research spanned from 2011 to 2022, involving data collection by the ZCC. Utilizing the results of the DPP® rapid test conducted by the ZCC and the Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) performed by the Central Laboratory of Public Health (LACEN), the study sought to map the prevalence of the disease, identify areas of higher occurrence, and assist in effective control strategies. The results revealed a total of 15,242 suspected cases of CVL, with 26.01% testing positive for CVL. The year 2014 stood out with 3,207 suspected cases and 835 positive CVL cases. Temporal and spatial analysis allowed the identification of areas with higher prevalence, such as the Jardim Água Boa neighborhood. The reduction in cases in 2021 may be related to the COVID-19 pandemic, which decreased the demand for CVL testing. The analysis enabled the evaluation of the evolution and predominance of the disease over the years, emphasizing neighborhoods with a higher number of cases, thus demonstrating the regions that require greater prevention strategies.