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0146/2026 - ASSISTANCE FLOW MODELS FOR THE ALS CARE PATHWAY IN THE PUBLIC HEALTH NETWORK OF RIO GRANDE DO NORTE
MODELOS DE FLUXOS ASSISTENCIAIS PARA A LINHA DE CUIDADO DA ELA NA REDE PÚBLICA DE SAÚDE DO RIO GRANDE DO NORTE

Author:

• Darlla Layse Torres de Lima - Lima, DLT - <darlla.lima@gmail.com>
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9353-2222

Co-author(s):

• Mariana Rodrigues de Almeida - Almeida, MR - <almeidamariana@yahoo.com>
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7491-0742
• Dayse Karenine de Oliveira Carneiro - Carneiro, DKO - <daysekoc@hotmail.com>
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6456-8557
• Mario Emilio Teixeira Dourado Junior - Dourado Junior, MET - <medourado03@gmail.com>
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9462-2294


Abstract:

The complexity of rare diseases, such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), requires the development of specific public policies and healthcare services. To ensure quality care, it is essential to establish Care Lines that organize healthcare networks into integrated flows across units and levels of care. This involves mapping patient pathways from the first point of contact through treatment and follow-up. This study proposes care flows aimed at standardizing care for ALS patients within the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS) in the state of Rio Grande do Norte (RN). This exploratory-descriptive study, with a qualitative approach, employed a case study design in RN, involving managers and specialists. Data were collected through focus groups and the Delphi method, achieving consensus among nine specialists regarding care settings. The results contribute to more coordinated and care-oriented state-level planning. The study presents two patient-centered care flows, validated by specialists, which support the implementation of a Care Line for ALS and may serve as a reference for the development of programs and public policies targeting other rare diseases at the national level.

Keywords:

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis; Flowchart; Care Pathway; Rare Diseases; SUS.

Content:

ASSISTANCE FLOW MODELS FOR THE ALS CARE PATHWAY IN THE PUBLIC HEALTH NETWORK OF RIO GRANDE DO NORTE


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Lima, DLT, Almeida, MR, Carneiro, DKO, Dourado Junior, MET. ASSISTANCE FLOW MODELS FOR THE ALS CARE PATHWAY IN THE PUBLIC HEALTH NETWORK OF RIO GRANDE DO NORTE. Cien Saude Colet [periódico na internet] (2026/Jun). [Citado em 25/09/2026]. Está disponível em: http://www.cienciaesaudecoletiva.com.br/en/articles/assistance-flow-models-for-the-als-care-pathway-in-the-public-health-network-of-rio-grande-do-norte/20044?id=20044



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