The burden of dermatitis from 1990-2019 in the Middle East and North Africa region.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There are several types of dermatitis, each capable of causing enduring changes that extend beyond physical discomfort. In severe cases, dermatitis can significantly affect mental health, social interactions, and the overall quality of life. This study reports the burden of dermatitis in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region from 1990 to 2019, according to sex, age category, and socio-demographic index (SDI).

Methods

Publicly available data regarding the point prevalence, incidence, and years lived with disability (YLDs) were collected from the Global Burden of Disease 2019 study for both the MENA region and its constituent countries. The point prevalence, incidence, and YLDs of dermatitis were represented as counts and age-standardised rates with 95% unc

SUBMITTER: Safiri S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10848450 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature