Data Sheet 1_Global trends and projections of rehabilitation needs in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 1990–2050: an analysis using WHO rehabilitation need estimates.docx

The largest burdens were observed in the South-East Asia and Western Pacific Regions, with the fastest growth in the African and Eastern Mediterranean Regions. China, India, and the United States had the largest absolute numbers. By 2050, potential rehabilitation needs and YLDs are projected to reach 150.2 million and 18.6 million, respectively.

Increases were mainly driven by population growth and population aging. Women had higher absolute numbers of potential rehabilitation needs and YLDs, whereas men had higher ASPRs at older ages. YLDs were disproportionately concentrated in lower-SDI countries, with persistent inequalities.</p>Conclusion<p>Potential rehabilitation needs among people with COPD have increased substantially and are projected to continue rising through 2050, primarily driven by demographic changes and persistent socioeconomic inequalities.

These findings highlight the importance of strengthening COPD prevention and improving rehabilitation planning, particularly for aging populations and lower-SDI settings.</p>