Measles epidemiological surveillance system before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pernambuco, Brazil, 2018-2022: a descriptive evaluation.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the measles epidemiological surveillance system, before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pernambuco, Brazil. METHODS: This was a descriptive evaluation of the quality (duplicity; completeness; consistency), timeliness and usefulness attributed, classified as excellent ≥ 90.0%, regular ≥ 70.0% and < 90.0%, and poor (< 70.0%). Data from the Notifiable Health Conditions Information System and Laboratory Environment Management System were used, before (03/11/2018-03/10/2020) and during (03/11/2020-03/10/2022) the pandemic. RESULTS: 1,548 suspected measles cases were registered (1,469 before and 79 during the pandemic). In the two periods studied, there were 11 and 1 duplicate records, average completeness in filling out the variables was 99.2% and 95.7%, while average consistency was 96.7% and 97.5%, respectively. Timeliness (receipt of samples, 16.2% and 33.0%. Release of results, 1.3% and 1.3%) and usefulness (43.5% and 24.4%) were poor. CONCLUSION: Quality was classified as excellent in the periods studied, timeliness and usefulness were classified as poor, signaling non-compliance with the purpose of the system. MAIN RESULTS: The quality of data from the measles epidemiological surveillance system in Pernambuco was excellent, while its timeliness and usefulness were poor during both periods. IMPLICATIONS FOR SERVICES: The limited timeliness and, therefore, the low usefulness of the measles epidemiological surveillance system must be discussed in the three government spheres of health service management, with the aim of training the professionals involved, as well as monitoring and evaluating the system. PERSPECTIVES: Systematic monitoring and evaluation generates evidence that supports health service managers and workers in the timely identification of gaps that compromise the full fulfillment of the objectives proposed.

Measles epidemiological surveillance system before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pernambuco, Brazil, 2018-2022: a descriptive evaluation / Sistema de vigilancia epidemiológica del sarampión antes y durante la pandemia de COVID-19 en Pernambuco, en 2018-2022: evaluación descriptiva / Sistema de vigilância epidemiológica do sarampo antes e durante a pandemia de covid-19 em Pernambuco, em 2018-2022: avaliação descritiva

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the measles epidemiological surveillance system, before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pernambuco, Brazil. Methods: This was a descriptive evaluation of the quality (duplicity; completeness; consistency), timeliness and usefulness attributed, classified as excellent ≥ 90.0%, regular ≥ 70.0% and < 90.0%, and poor (< 70.0%). Data from the Notifiable Health Conditions Information System and Laboratory Environment Management System were used, before (03/11/2018-03/10/2020) and during (03/11/2020-03/10/2022) the pandemic. Results: 1,548 suspected measles cases were registered (1,469 before and 79 during the pandemic). In the two periods studied, there were 11 and 1 duplicate records, average completeness in filling out the variables was 99.2% and 95.7%, while average consistency was 96.7% and 97.5%, respectively. Timeliness (receipt of samples, 16.2% and 33.0%. Release of results, 1.3% and 1.3%) and usefulness (43.5% and 24.4%) were poor. Conclusion: Quality was classified as excellent in the periods studied, timeliness and usefulness were classified as poor, signaling non-compliance with the purpose of the system.

Resumen Objetivo: Evaluar el sistema de vigilancia epidemiológica del sarampión, antes y durante la pandemia de covid-19 en Pernambuco, Brasil. Métodos: Evaluación descriptiva de los atributos calidad (duplicidad; exhaustividad; consistencia), oportunidad y utilidad, clasificados en óptimo ≥ 90,0%, regular ≥ 70,0% y < 90,0%, y malo (< 70,0%). Se utilizaron datos del Sistema de Información de Enfermedades de Declaración Obligatoria y Sistema de Gestión Ambiental de Laboratorio, antes (11/03/2018-10/03/2020) y durante la pandemia (11/03/2020-10/03/2022). Resultados: Se registraron 1.548 casos sospechosos de sarampión (1.469 antes y 79 durante la pandemia). En dos períodos estudiados hubo duplicidad de 11 y 1 registros, completitud en llenado de variables - medias de 99,2% y 95,7% - y consistencia - medias de 96,7% y 97,5% -, respectivamente. La puntualidad - recepción de muestra, 16,2% y 33,0%. Publicación de resultados, 1,3% y 1,3% - y utilidad - 43,5% y 24,4% - fueron malas. Conclusión: La calidad fue calificada como óptima pero la oportunidad y la utilidad, como malas, indicando incumplimiento del propósito del sistema.

Resumo Objetivo: Avaliar o sistema de vigilância epidemiológica do sarampo, antes e durante a pandemia de covid-19, Pernambuco, Brasil. Métodos: Avaliação descritiva dos atributos de qualidade (duplicidade; completude; consistência), oportunidade e utilidade, considerados ótimos quando ≥ 90,0%, regulares quando ≥ 70,0% e < 90,0%, e ruins quando < 70,0. Foram utilizados dados do Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação e do Sistema Gerenciador de Ambiente Laboratorial, antes (11/3/2018-10/3/2020) e durante a pandemia (11/3/2020-10/3/2022). Resultados: 1.548 casos registrados suspeitos de sarampo (1.469 antes; 79 durante a pandemia). Nos dois períodos estudados, houve duplicidade de 11 e 1 registros, completude no preenchimento das variáveis - médias, 99,2% e 95,7% - e consistência - médias, 96,7% e 97,5% -, respectivamente. A oportunidade - recebimento da amostra, 16,2% e 33,0%; liberação de resultados, 1,3% e 1,3% - e a utilidade - 43,5% e 24,4% - mostraram-se ruins. Conclusão: A qualidade do sistema classificou-se como ótima, mas sua oportunidade e utilidade, ruins, sinalizando descumprimento de sua finalidade.

Preparação de um centro cirúrgico do Nordeste do Brasil para cirurgias durante a pandemia da COVID-19 / Preparation of a surgical center in Northeast Brazil for surgeries during the COVID-19 pandemic / Preparación de un centro quirúrgico de Noreste de Brasil para cirugías durante el pandemia de COVID-19

Objetivo: Relatar a experiência da preparação do centro cirúrgico de um hospital universitário brasileiro para o atendimento de cirurgias em pacientes suspeitos e confirmados de COVID-19. Método: Relato da experiência do centro cirúrgico de um hospital universitário do Nordeste do Brasil, em março e abril de 2020, para o atendimento durante a pandemia da COVID-19. Resultados: A implementação do protocolo de atendimento a pacientes suspeitos e confirmados de COVID-19 foi realizada por meio da sua elaboração por um time de profissionais norteados por diretrizes nacionais e internacionais, treinamentos e atualizações. Os ciclos de aprimoramento permitiram que o protocolo fosse aperfeiçoado ao longo dos dois meses relatados. Barreiras e facilitadores para o processo são discutidos e estratégias são elaboradas para adequações possíveis. Conclusão: Houve adequação de protocolos assistenciais relacionados à rotina de fluxo de pacientes e da assistência em sala operatória no intuito de melhor atender os pacientes e reduzir os riscos de contaminação de outros pacientes e profissionais.

Objective: To report the experience of preparing the operating room of a Brazilian university hospital for surgeries for patients suspected and confirmed for COVID-19. Method: Experience report of the operating room of a university hospital in Northeast Brazil, conducted in March and April 2020, for care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: The implementation of the care protocol for suspected and confirmed cases of COVID-19 was carried out through its elaboration by a team of professionals based on national and international guidelines, training and updates. Improvement cycles allowed the protocol to be refined over the two months reported. Barriers and facilitators to the process are discussed and strategies are drawn up for possible adjustments. Conclusion: There was an adaptation of care protocols related to the routine of patient flow and care in the operating room to better serve patients and reduce the risk of contamination of other patients and professionals.

Objetivo: Informar la experiencia de la preparación del centro quirúrgico de un hospital universitario brasileño para la atención de cirugías en pacientes sospechosos y confirmados de COVID-19. Método: Informe de la experiencia del centro quirúrgico de un hospital universitario del Noreste del Brasil, en marzo y abril de 2020, para la atención durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Resultados: La implementación del protocolo de la atención a los pacientes sospechosos y confirmados con COVID fue llevada a través de la elaboración por un equipo de profesionales guiados por las directrices nacionales e internacionales, entrenamientos y actualizaciones. Los ciclos de mejora permitieron mejorar el protocolo durante los dos meses informados. Las barreras y los facilitadores para el proceso se discuten, y las estrategias son elaboradas para los ajustes posibles. Conclusión: Se adecuaron protocolos asistenciales relacionados a la rutina del flujo de pacientes y de la asistencia en centro quirúrgico, con la intención de atender mejor a los pacientes y reducir los riesgos de la contaminación de otros pacientes y profesionales.