Epilepsy is a persistent health condition caused by issues in the nervous system. While it can impact people of any age and gender, its occurrence is notably high and on the rise among older individuals. A study in 2018 revealed that the prevalence of active epilepsy in the general population was 6.4 cases per 1,000 individuals. However, in those aged 60 and above, this prevalence ratio increased to 7.17 per 1,000 individuals.
The symptoms of epilepsy are connected to the nervous system and brain. As individuals age, the brain's function tends to slow down, leading to various health complications, including epilepsy. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2017, approximately 50 million people worldwide were affected by epilepsy. Additionally, the American Federation for Aging Research noted that one in nine Americans over the age of 65 is affected by Alzheimer's disease. The Epilepsy Society's statistics indicate that epilepsy is commonly diagnosed in individuals over 65, constituting 5.2% of the 50 million people with epilepsy.
The majority of epilepsy patients fall within the age group of 60 and above. Therefore, the increasing number of older individuals with epilepsy is a driving force behind the growth of the epilepsy devices market in the projected period.
As individuals age, their brains undergo changes that may lead to various health issues, including epilepsy. The World Health Organization reported that around 50 million people worldwide were affected by epilepsy in 2017. Additionally, Alzheimer's disease, which affects one in nine Americans over the age of 65, is closely related to age-related neurological conditions. In individuals over 65, epilepsy is commonly diagnosed, representing 5.2% of the 50 million people affected. The majority of epilepsy patients are in the age group of 60 and above. Therefore, the increasing number of older individuals with epilepsy is a key factor driving the growth of the epilepsy devices market during the forecast period.
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