Methods for estimating the burden of acute tropical infectious diseases: A scoping review
Issued Date
2026-05-01
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eISSN
19352735
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-105038567908
Pubmed ID
42081584
Journal Title
Plos Neglected Tropical Diseases
Volume
20
Issue
5
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SCOPUS
Bibliographic Citation
Plos Neglected Tropical Diseases Vol.20 No.5 (2026) , e0013359
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Wang Q., Maude R.J., Day N.P.J., Sartorius B. Methods for estimating the burden of acute tropical infectious diseases: A scoping review. Plos Neglected Tropical Diseases Vol.20 No.5 (2026) , e0013359. doi:10.1371/journal.pntd.0013359 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/116811
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Methods for estimating the burden of acute tropical infectious diseases: A scoping review
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Abstract
Acute infectious diseases, particularly lots of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), pose significant public health challenges, especially in resource-limited settings where diagnostic and surveillance capacities are often inadequate. This scoping review systematically explores methodologies for estimating the burden of acute infectious NTDs, focusing on metrics such as incidence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). We identified 60 studies, predominantly on malaria and dengue, with a growing emphasis on advanced computational approaches like machine learning and Bayesian geospatial modeling. Key findings highlight the evolution from traditional surveillance-based methods to integrated frameworks incorporating environmental, demographic, and health system covariates. However, challenges persist, including data sparsity, underreporting, and methodological uncertainties. The review underscores the need for improved data integration, standardized frameworks, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance the accuracy and utility of burden estimates.