Prevalence of polycystic ovarian syndrome in South Asian countries and 21 global regions with Sociodemographic index: A systematic analysis of the Global Burden of Disease (1990–2021)
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Abstract
Background
This analysis examines both the prevalence and the disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) linked to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) across South Asia and worldwide, drawing on data from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 1990–2021 study.
Methods
Data from GBD 2021 were analyzed using Joinpoint Regression to assess age-standardized prevalence rates (ASPR) and DALYs (ASDR). Sociodemographic index (SDI) was incorporated to evaluate the relationship between socioeconomic factors and PCOS burden. The analysis was conducted across 21 global regions, with Pearson's correlation assessing the association between SDI and PCOS outcomes.
Results
The prevalence of PCOS in South Asia increased significantly, with an average annual percentage change (AAPC) of 1.87 % (95 % CI: 1.85–1.88) from 1990 to 2021. India had the highest prevalence in 2021 (269.8 per 100,000), and the highest total percentage change (TPC) in prevalence (86.9 %). DALYs rate in India were similarly high (11.1 per 100,000. A positive correlation (r = 0.57, p < 0.001) between SDI and both prevalence and DALYs was observed.
Conclusion
PCOS prevalence and DALYs are rising across South Asia, with India experiencing the highest burden. Public health interventions should focus on improving awareness, diagnosis, and management, especially in lower SDI regions to mitigate the growing health challenge.
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Formerly known as Journal de Gynécologie Obstétrique et Biologie de la Reproduction, Journal of Gynecology Obstetrics and Human Reproduction is the official Academic publication of the French College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (Collège National des Gynécologues et Obstétriciens Français / CNGOF).
J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod publishes monthly, in English, research papers and techniques in the fields of Gynecology, Obstetrics, Neonatology and Human Reproduction: (guest) editorials, original articles, reviews, updates, technical notes, case reports, letters to the editor and guidelines.
Original works include clinical or laboratory investigations and clinical or equipment reports. Reviews include narrative reviews, systematic reviews and meta-analyses.