Abstract
Objective: To analyze the epidemiological profile of notified cases of burns in Brazil, in the period between 2015 to 2019. Methods: This is a descriptive-analytical epidemiological study, whose data were obtained by completing the notification form “Burns and corrosions”, Available in the SUS Hospital Information System of the Unified Health System (SIH-SUS), of the Health Surveillance Secretariat (SVS), of the Ministry of Health (MS). The frequencies of variables were calculated according to the year and region of notification, the profile of the victims (sex and age group), and the character of the cases attended. Results: A sample of 127.190 cases regarding burn notifications was obtained. In the period analyzed, 2019 was more prevalent. The Southeast and Northeast regions had a predominance of notifications for burns. The male gender, the age group between 20 to 39 years and the character of urgent care were the most prevalent. Conclusion: It stands out emphasize the importance of expanding efforts in educational actions aimed at preventing burn accidents, especially for those groups at greatest risk.