Spatial analysis of suicide mortality in Espírito Santo state
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Epidemiology, Suicide, Spatial AnalysisAbstract
Background and Objective: Although there are studies on suicide mortality in Espírito Santo, few assess its spatial distribution, especially in regions with different socio-economic and cultural characteristics, which makes it difficult to identify spatial patterns and limits the planning of preventive actions. Therefore, the aim was to analyze the characteristics and spatial pattern of suicide mortality in the state of Espírito Santo between 2011 and 2020. Methods: this was an ecological study of suicide deaths recorded in Espírito Santo state. The characteristics of the deaths were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Spatial analysis indicating emerging areas in the state was performed using the spatial distribution of suicide mortality rates and by applying a spatial association analysis technique called the Getis‑Ord Gi*. Results:Between 2011 and 2020, 1,987 deaths by suicide were recorded, with the rate rising from 4.62 to 6.17 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants. Deaths by suicide were more frequent among men (n=1,459), in the 30-39 age group (n=408), and of mixed-race/color (brown). The most common method used was hanging (n=1,147), followed by autointoxication (n=371). The application of the Getis-Ord Gi* technique revealed hot spots in the following regions: Midwest, Central Serrana (with the exception of Itarana), Metropolitana, Southwest Serrana, Caparaó, Central Sul and Litoral Sul. Cold spots were observed in the north-east and north-west of the state. Conclusion: understanding the profile and spatial distribution of cases in Espírito Santo can serve as a guide for priority actions to prevent suicide in the state.
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