A importância do matriciamento em diabete e endocrinologia no atendimento da atenção primária a saúde

Abstract

Introduction: Diabetes is a chronic non-communicable condition (NTCC) with high prevalence, high rate of complications, functional disability and high mortality. The treatment of this pathology in the SUS is initially offered in Primary Health Care. Proper reception and treatment for diagnosis reduces the risk of complications. Therefore, Matrix Support and Continuing Education are an important training tool for health professionals. Objective: To evaluate the importance of matrix support as a health education process for primary care professionals and to develop strategies for better training of health professionals, therefore, to improve the care offered to this enrolled population. Method: The research took place in 3 different moments, represented by 3 articles. In the first, a narrative review was carried out with 34 articles, describing and highlighting the importance of matrix support in diabetes. The second was an experience report in Telematriciamento during the COVID pandemic – 19. The third was a research during a permanent education activity: Symposium update in DMG. A questionnaire was applied to evaluate the approach of primary care health professionals in women with MGD. Results: The research demonstrated the importance of sharing care between primary care and specialized care, through matrix support, which is still a little explored tool in endocrinology and diabetes. Conclusion: The training of primary care health professionals and matrix support need to be stimulated and expanded. The implementation of matrix support generates reduction and qualification of referrals, improvement in care, integration and sharing of care.