Sífilis em privados de liberdade em uma unidade prisional no interior de Rondônia

Syphilis is a systemic disease, an infectious disease produced by a bacterium called Treponema pallidum, of predominantly sexual transmission, commonly found in the deprived population due to constant exposure to situations that increase their vulnerability to sexually transmitted infections. This study investigated cases of syphilis in custodial detainees in Cacoal-RO, in the years 2016 and 2017. It is a retrospective documentary study of a basic nature, with a quantitative approach, carried out in February and March 2018, through the analysis of 486 records of prisoners in prison. Of the sample analyzed, 35 cases of syphilis were identified, all of which were treated where 28 (80%) concluded treatment in the prison unit and the remainder was transferred after the second dose but with the guarantee of continuity of treatment. The male gender predominated in 71% of the medical records, mean age of 30 years, 42.85% of brown skin color, 91% with single marital status and 85% with incomplete elementary school. Of the cases diagnosed, the results indicated that 86% were not aware of syphilis and 74% practiced sexual activity without the use of condoms. The study indicates the need for public managers and health professionals to develop effective strategies for the prevention of syphilis in prisons