Global, regional, and national burden of gout among older adults (≥65) from 1990 to 2021 and projections for 2050

Due to global population aging, our predictive model estimates that by 2050, the number of older adults with gout will increase by 8.5 million. The rise is particularly pronounced in high-SDI and high-income regions, highlighting the need for stronger prevention and management strategies in these areas. Early intervention in metabolic risk factors and improved early diagnosis and treatment are essential for effective gout management.