Overall Increase in Deaths

The total number of deaths due to myelodysplastic syndrome in Spain has seen a significant rise from 753 deaths in 2006 to 1118 deaths in 2021, marking an increase of 48.5% over 15 years. This upward trend underscores the growing impact of this disease over time.

Yearly Variations and Peak Mortality

Deaths peaked in 2017 with 1205 cases, the highest number recorded in the dataset. Following this peak, a fluctuating yet generally decreasing trend occurred, with 2020 experiencing a slight increase to 1173 deaths before decreasing again in 2021.

Recent Decline in Deaths

Despite the overall upward trend over the years, the last reported year, 2021, saw a decrease in deaths to 1118, down from 1173 in 2020. This recent decline might indicate an improvement in managing the disease or other influencing factors.

Steady Growth in Early Years

Between 2006 and 2015, there was a consistent year-on-year increase in deaths, with the numbers rising from 753 to 1081. This period marks a significant phase of steady growth in mortality due to myelodysplastic syndrome.

Analysis of Decade-long Data

Over the decade from 2011 to 2021, the data reveals a 23.7% increase in the number of deaths, from 904 to 1118. This decade-long perspective highlights the gradual but persistent rise in mortality associated with myelodysplastic syndrome.

Minimum and Maximum Annual Changes

The year with the largest increase in deaths was between 2013 and 2014, with a jump of 78 deaths. Conversely, the most significant decrease occurred from 2017 to 2018, with a reduction of 63 deaths, indicating variability in annual mortality rates.