Prevalence and Characteristics of Primary Headache Disorders: Insights from a Large Cohort Study

Background: Headache disorders, particularly migraine and tension-type headaches (TTH), are major global health concerns. The burden of migraine and TTH in the Middle East exceeds the global average. The present study aimed to evaluate the prevalence, clinical features, and radiological findings of primary headache disorders comparing regional clinical and epidemiological characteristics with national and international studies to improve the treatment strategies in the Middle East. Methods: A single-centre retrospective cohort study analyzed headache patients over 34 months. Clinical presentations, radiological features, and patient parameters were recorded and evaluated.