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Incidence of Migraine and Cephalic Pain Syndromes in Pediatric Patients in Brazil

Resumo

Migraine is classified as a type of recurrent primary headache, characterized by recurrent attacks of pulsating headache, preceded by photophobia, phonophobia, nausea and/or vomiting. It is the most common acute headache in children. Although its etiology is still uncertain, the family history is positive in most patients. The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence of migraine and other pain syndromes in pediatric patients, around Brazilian regions, between January 2017 and February 2022. Quantitative data was extracted from the Ministry of Health's database (DATASUS) through the SUS Hospital Information System (SIH/SUS). It was decided to include patients aged from 10 to 14 years, in all Brazilian federations and both genders without distinction. The search was made by selecting the options provided in the system: ''Migraine and other cephalic pain syndromes', from January 2017 to February 2022. Between January 2017 and February 2022, there were 2,609 hospitalized children. In descending order of incidence, there was the Southeast region (35.87%), Northeast (28.74%), South (22.23%), Central-West (6.89%) and North (6.24%). Among the years analyzed, 2019 stood out as the year with the highest number of cases and 2020 the year with the lowest number of cases. It was found that the Southeast region has the highest incidence of migraines and cephalic pain syndromes in childhood. Therefore, there is a clear need for preventive activities in these age groups and better preparation of health professionals with regard to a fast management in emergencies.

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Migraine Disorders; Headache Disorders; Epidemiology; Child.