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Prevalence of multiple sclerosis in Rochdale

D I Shepherd¹, A Summers

¹Department of Neurology, North Manchester General Hospital, UK.

Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry

|October 1, 1996

Summary

This study determined the prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Rochdale, finding an overall rate of 122/100,000. MS rates in Rochdale are comparable to southern England but lower than Scotland.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Epidemiology

Background:

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease with varying geographical prevalence.
Understanding local MS prevalence is crucial for healthcare planning and resource allocation.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish the prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the Rochdale Metropolitan Borough.
To provide epidemiological data for MS in North West England.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive case ascertainment strategy was employed, combining a prospective neurological register (from 1979) with data from general practitioners, therapists, and social services.
Prevalence was determined on a specific date (January 1, 1989) to capture the existing MS population in Rochdale.

Main Results:

A total of 254 individuals with MS were identified in Rochdale on the prevalence day.
The overall prevalence of MS was calculated at 122 per 100,000 population, with probable cases at 96 per 100,000.
Peak prevalence rates were observed in women aged 35-44 (437/100,000) and men aged 45-54 (221/100,000).
Familial MS was noted in 10.8% of affected families.

Conclusions:

The prevalence of MS in Rochdale is similar to figures reported in southern England and Wales.
This study indicates a lower MS prevalence in Rochdale compared to Scotland.
The findings contribute valuable epidemiological data for MS in the North West England region.

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