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July 29, 2026Neuroprotection/Neuroprotection (Chichester, England. Print)Open Access

Global trends in epilepsy and the Chinese experience: Epidemiological transitions, underlying mechanisms, and integrated strategies (1990–2021)

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TCT Donna ChenMHMengqiao HeSBSijia Basang

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This review examines epilepsy trends and health disparities in China, suggesting strategies for global integration.

Key Points

  • The aim is to analyze global trends in epilepsy and the unique challenges faced in China, focusing on health disparities.
  • Review of Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 data.
  • Constructed a three-dimensional framework analyzing biological, health system, and social determinants.
  • Assessment of case identification and management challenges in China.
  • Despite decreasing age-standardized mortality rates, 87.9% of epilepsy-related DALYs are in low- and middle-income countries.
  • China faces a treatment gap of 60%-90% in rural areas, with mortality rates in western provinces nine times higher than in the east.
  • Increasing burden of post-stroke epilepsy among older adults emphasizes the need for targeted interventions.

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Chen et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a69a2bcc8da07d9defa6985https://doi.org/10.1002/nep3.70053
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