Abstract
Objective: To describe the epidemiological profile of congenital syphilis in the state of Minas de Gerais, based on data from DATASUS from 2014 to 2018, in order to encourage search, prevention and control of this STI. Methods: This is a quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional study. Confirmed cases of Congenital Syphilis in the last five years available in the Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN – DATASUS), in the state of Minas Gerais were surveyed. Absolute and relative distribution of the variables associated with the injury was presented in tables. Results: An increase in the absolute number of congenital syphilis diagnoses in the period was revealed in all categories. However, the numbers of diagnoses made during childbirth / curettage and after childbirth decreased, with a reduction of 1.3% and 4.2% respectively, while the number of diagnoses made during prenatal care increased by 5,7%. These data reinforce the increase in coverage and effectiveness of prenatal care in recent years. Conclusion: There is a significant increase in the treatment of congenital syphilis, which is predominantly diagnosed during prenatal care. An analysis of the epidemiological profile of congenital syphilis is essential for proper management, aiming at early detection and treatment, avoiding complications.