An analysis of spatial and socio-economic determinants of tuberculosis in Hermosillo, Mexico, 2000-2006

作者：Alvarez Hernandez G^*; Lara Valencia F; Reyes Castro P A; Rascon Pacheco R A

来源：International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, 2010, 14(6): 708-713.

• tuberculosis
• social deprivation
• geographic information systems
• Mexico

SETTING: The city of Hermosillo, in Northwest Mexico, has a higher incidence of tuberculosis (TB) than the national average. However, the intra-urban TB distribution, which could limit the effectiveness of preventive strategies and control, is unknown.
METHODS: Using geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis, we characterized the geographical distribution of TB by basic geostatistical area (BGA), and compared it with a social deprivation index. Univariate and bivariate techniques were used to detect risk areas.
RESULTS: Globally, TB in the city of Hermosillo is not spatially auto-correlated, but local clusters with high incidence and mortality rates were identified in the northwest, central-east and southwest sections of the city. BGAs with high social deprivation had an excess risk of TB.
DISCUSSION: GIS and spatial analysis are useful tools to detect high TB risk areas in the city of Hermosillo. Such areas may be vulnerable due to low socio-economic status. The study of small geographical areas in urban settings similar to Hermosillo could indicate the best course of action to be taken for TB prevention and control.

• 出版日期2010-6