EPIDEMIOLOGIA DE ACIDENTES OFÍDICOS NO SUDESTE GOIANO – MICRORREGIÃO DE PIRES DO RIO.

Abstract

Snakebite accidents represent a significant public health problem in Brazil, especially in regions with greater contact between the population and natural environments. This study aimed to analyze the epidemiological profile of snakebite accidents recorded in the microregion of Pires do Rio, in the state of Goiás, between 2007 and 2023. The research is epidemiological, descriptive, and retrospective in nature, with a quantitative approach, based on secondary data from the Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN). Information related to the victim profile, accident characteristics, snake genus involved, bite location, severity classification, and case outcomes was evaluated. The data indicate a predominance of accidents caused by snakes of the genus Bothrops, with a higher occurrence among males and economically active age groups (20 to 59 years old). Bites occurred mainly in the lower limbs, especially legs and feet. Regarding severity, cases classified as mild and moderate prevailed. Most cases resulted in recovery, with a low occurrence of deaths during the analyzed period. These results reinforce the importance of epidemiological surveillance and the availability of antivenom for the proper care of victims.