National and subnational burden of neurological disorders in Iran, 1990 to 2021: results from the global burden of disease study 2021

Key Points

• Neurological disorders impose a significant burden in Iran, affecting health outcomes across regions.
• The global burden of disease study estimates a marked increase in rates for various neurological disorders from 1990 to 2021.
• Assessment using health metrics indicated substantial regional variability in the prevalence and impact of these disorders.
• Findings support the need for targeted interventions in health policy to address the growing burden of neurological diseases.