Current status and trends in thalassemia burden across South, East and Southeast Asia, 1990–2021 a systematic analysis for the global burden of disease study 2021

Although the overall burden of thalassemia has decreased substantially, the disease burden was influenced by gender, age, geography, temporal trends, and economic factors in distinct manners. Based on the current SDI, many countries and regions still have greater improvement potential in the disease burden. There is a necessity for enhanced attention and resource allocation, particularly in low-middle and low SDI countries, with an emphasis on policies that promote early diagnosis and comprehensive care.