The burden of cirrhosis and other chronic liver disease in the middle east and North Africa (MENA) region over three decades.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cirrhosis comprises a significant health challenge in the Middle East and North African (MENA) region impacting healthcare systems and communities. This study sought to investigate trends in the burden of cirrhosis and other chronic liver disease, different etiologies, deaths, and the disability burden utilizing data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) database.

Methods

Analyzing epidemiological trends from 1990 to 2021 across 21 MENA countries, this research utilized data on age-standardized incidence rates (ASIR), age-standardized death rates, and age-standardized disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) to evaluate the burden of cirrhosis and other chronic liver disease. The study also examined national variations and sociodemographic relationships.

Result

SUBMITTER: Al Ta'ani O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11514855 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature