A 10-year registry-based retrospective study of cutaneous Leishmaniasis in Mashhad, northeastern Iran: Demographic, clinical, and therapeutic profiles of 1537 cases

CL remains a major public health concern in Mashhad, Iran. Despite encouraging cure rates, the true disease burden is likely underestimated. Demographic and climatic factors influence its distribution. Longitudinal and clinical studies are warranted to better understand treatment outcomes. Strengthened surveillance, public awareness, and coordinated control programs are crucial for sustainable disease management.