Rocha Valeria, Navas Carlos
From Direccion Nacional de Sanidad Policial, CASMU IAMPP, Hospital Británico, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Clinica Colombia, Hospital San Jose, Bogotá, Colombia.
Int J MS Care. 2024 Dec 1;27(Theme):T7-T12. doi: 10.7224/1537-2073.2024-085. eCollection 2024 Dec.
Latin America (LATAM) is a diverse region with more than 30 countries, each varying in cultural, economic, and social aspects. While multiple sclerosis (MS) care in LATAM has improved, there are still challenges to address. Epidemiologic studies have shown varying incidence rates of MS in the region, influenced by factors such as genetics, environmental conditions, and regional diversity. Scientific research on MS in LATAM has increased, with publications and consensus guidelines emerging. However, access to disease-modifying treatments remains a significant challenge in many countries due to affordability issues and limited availability of certain therapies. The region also faces obstacles in providing comprehensive MS care, including rehabilitation programs and diagnosis tools. There are collaborative efforts and initiatives in LATAM that are working toward overcoming these challenges and improving the overall quality of care for people with MS in the region.
拉丁美洲（LATAM）是一个多元化的地区，有30多个国家，每个国家在文化、经济和社会方面都各不相同。虽然拉丁美洲的多发性硬化症（MS）护理已经有所改善，但仍有一些挑战需要应对。流行病学研究表明，该地区MS的发病率各不相同，受到遗传、环境条件和地区多样性等因素的影响。拉丁美洲关于MS的科学研究有所增加，出现了相关出版物和共识指南。然而，由于可负担性问题以及某些疗法的供应有限，在许多国家，获得疾病修正治疗仍然是一项重大挑战。该地区在提供全面的MS护理方面也面临障碍，包括康复计划和诊断工具。拉丁美洲正在开展合作努力和倡议，以克服这些挑战并提高该地区MS患者的整体护理质量。
