Instability of Global Burden of Disease Estimates of Deaths and Disability-Adjusted Life-Years From Major Risk Factors

Key Points

• This assessment aims to evaluate the stability of Global Burden of Disease estimates over time.
• Meta-epidemiological assessment conducted on GBD estimates.
• Focus on deaths and disability-adjusted life-years.
• Emphasis on behavioral risks as major risk factors.
• GBD estimates show substantial instability over time.
• Particularly noted for estimates related to behavioral risks.
• Caution is warranted in interpreting changes in estimates.