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[Mortality pattern in Spain, 1998]
Enrique Regidor1, Juan L Gutiérrez-Fisac, María E Calle
1Departamento de Medicina Preventiva y Salud Pública, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain.
Medicina Clinica
|January 23, 2002
Summary
Mortality from Alzheimer's disease in Spain significantly increased by 1998 compared to 1980. Conversely, cancer mortality showed a decline, highlighting shifting trends in leading causes of death.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Context:
- Analysis of mortality data in Spain for 1998.
- Focus on the 12 leading causes of death.
Purpose:
- To study and estimate proportional mortality and death rates in Spain for 1998.
- To analyze trends in death rates since 1998.
Summary:
- Leading causes of death in Spain in 1998 included cancer, heart diseases, and cerebrovascular disease.
- Alzheimer's disease ranked as the 11th leading cause of death.
- Mortality from Alzheimer's disease was 21 times higher in 1998 than in 1980.
Impact:
- Cancer-related mortality decreased in recent years.
- Significant increase in Alzheimer's disease mortality highlights an emerging public health concern.
- Provides insights into evolving mortality patterns in Spain.