The Northeast and Mortality from Acute Myocardial Infarction: a constant worry
Natália Herculano Pereira1
Frederico Fávaro Ribeiro 1
Renata Newman Leite Cardoso dos Santos1
Bruna Lopes da Silva 1
Eufrásio de Andrade Lima Neto2
César Cavalcanti da Silva2
ABSTRACT
The aim of this study was to evaluate the AIM’s mortality and determine risk areas in
northeastern states. The results suggest progressive increase in mortality, and five states as
risk areas, making it necessary to intensify the control of risk factors and the greater
population's access to health services.
Keywords: Cardiovascular diseases; Acute Myocardial Infarction; Mortality; Decision
Making.
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Discentes do Programa de Pós-graduação em Modelos de decisão e Saúde – UFPB. e-mail:[email protected]
Doscentes do Programa de Pós-graduação em Modelos de decisão e Saúde – UFPB.
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