Research approaches on dengue surveillance in Malaysia from 2010-2016: A systematic review

Mohd Zulhafiz Mohd Yajid, Nazri Che Dom, Siti Nazrina Camalxaman

Abstract

Objective: This review provides current information on dengue surveillance approaches in Malaysia from 2010 to 2016 based on analysis of published studies.

Method: A systematic literature search on the topic was conducted using appropriate databases to identify potentially relevant citations. Articles were screened and data from selected studies were extracted based on pre-identified variables.

Result: To date, the majority of dengue studies in Malaysia have utilized quantitative methods. In addition, the advancement and use of GIS-based models have gained popularity to analyze DF risk and to map its distribution. In general, the level of dengue epidemic depends on its antecedents. Nevertheless, limited information is currently available in terms of classification of patterns based on their predictive power.

Conclusion: Although still in infancy, the integration of GIS technology has great potential to strengthen dengue surveillance studies in Malaysia. For this reason, the integration of spatial and temporal data of local DF cases needs to be further developed.

Keywords: Dengue surveillance, GIS, mapping, Malaysia

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