*By Anna Alencar
The 2021 Global Women's Health Index, which assesses aspects such as prevention, emotional well-being, safety, basic needs and individual conditions, ranked Brazil 104th among the 142 countries analyzed in the survey. This data reveals a reality in which, although the debate on women's health has advanced, the challenges in providing adequate care are still significant and persist as a significant obstacle in Brazil.
As the sector seeks to balance this balance, technology has been consolidating itself as one of the main means of accelerating change. To this end, digital tools have been incorporated into medical routines in order to improve diagnoses, make care more efficient and reduce historical inequalities in the care of women. However, for this transformation to occur effectively, it is necessary to go beyond the adoption of new technologies; they need to be applied strategically, aimed at filling real gaps in care and prevention.
A Closer Look at Women’s Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular diseases continue to lead the ranking of causes of death in Brazil, according to the study Global Burden of Disease of 2020. The problem is even more serious for women. The research “Cardiovascular Statistics – Brazil 2021”, from the Brazilian Society of Cardiology, points out that complaints of chest pain, which may be associated with cardiovascular problems and obstruction of the coronary arteries, are more prevalent in women than in men in all studies analyzed. Despite this, women's cardiovascular risk is still often underestimated, which can delay diagnoses and compromise the effectiveness of treatments.
In light of this scenario, health professionals have sought strategies to improve care and raise awareness about women's heart health. With this, health care tools clinical decision support have played a significant role in this advancement, allowing physicians to quickly access evidence-based information and up-to-date clinical guidelines, counteracting biases that have historically impacted the care of women.
Furthermore, as screening for social determinants of health increases, digital solutions have proven to be essential for transforming this data into more effective interventions. This makes it possible to personalize medical procedures, optimize care time and increase patient safety, promoting a more equitable approach in cardiology.
A survey carried out by National Association of Private Hospitals (ANAHP), in partnership with Wolters Kluwer, revealed a growth of 14% in the adoption of clinical decision support solutions in the hospitals associated with the entity in 2023. This advance reinforces the trend towards more data-driven care, reducing gaps in care.
Advancement in the quality of care
The impact of technology goes beyond direct support for physicians. It extends to the entire healthcare ecosystem, facilitating decision-making and improving the patient experience. In the context of women's health, professionals' access to technological tools allows for more agile, accurate and informed care, contributing to improving clinical outcomes.
It is worth noting, however, that final decisions remain the prerogative of health professionals, whose work, strengthened by new technologies, becomes even more strategic. With adequate support, doctors can overcome historical challenges and promote equitable care, ensuring that women receive the care they truly need.
*Anna Alencar is Customer Success Manager at Wolters Kluwer Health in Brazil.
Notice: The opinion presented in this article is the responsibility of its author and not of ABES - Brazilian Association of Software Companies
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