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Gaucher's Disease Epidemiology Forecast 2025-2034

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  • 150 Pages
  • June 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Expert Market Research
  • ID: 6100899
Gaucher disease (GD) is brought on by a lack of glucocerebrosidase enzyme activity. It is the most prevalent lysosomal storage disorder and a rare inherited metabolic ailment. The Gaucher’s disease epidemiology forecast reveals that 1 in 40,000 to 1 in 100,000 babies are born with Gaucher disease.

Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Forecast Report Coverage

Expert Market Research's “Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Forecast Report 2025-2034” offers comprehensive information on the prevalence and demographics of Gaucher’s disease. It projects the future incidence and prevalence rates of Gaucher’s disease cases across various populations. The study covers age, gender, and type as major determinants of the Gaucher’s disease population. The report highlights patterns in the prevalence of Gaucher’s disease over time and projects future trends based on multiple variables.

The report provides a comprehensive overview of the disease, as well as historical and projected data on Gaucher’s disease epidemiology in the 8 major markets.

Regions Covered

  • The United States
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • The United Kingdom
  • Japan
  • India

Gaucher’s Disease Understanding: Disease Overview

Gaucher's disease is a rare hereditary condition caused by a lack of the glucocerebrosidase enzyme. It causes fatty molecules (glucocerebroside) to accumulate in specific organs, particularly the spleen, liver, and bone marrow. In addition to impairing regular organ function, this buildup can result in symptoms including anaemia, weariness, bone pain, enlarged liver and spleen, and easy bruising. There are three major forms of it, such as Type 1, which is the most prevalent and usually doesn't impact the brain. On the other hand, Type 2 and 3 causes neurological problems. Because the disorder is autosomal recessive, a child cannot be impacted unless both parents have the faulty gene. Usually, genetic tests and enzyme assays are used to confirm the diagnosis.

Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Perspective

The Gaucher’s disease epidemiology division offers information on the patient pool from history to the present as well as the projected trend for each of the 8 major markets. Expert Market Research provides both current and predicted trends for Gaucher’s disease epidemiology scenario by examining a wide range of studies. Additionally, the report covers the diagnosed patient pool for Gaucher’s disease and their trends. The Gaucher’s disease detailed epidemiology segmentation is broken down into specific categories, such as total prevalent cases in males and females, and total diagnosed cases across different age groups and patient pools.
  • Type 1 Gaucher disease affects 1 to 9 out of 100,000 members of the general population worldwide.
  • With a carrier frequency of 1 in 17, Gaucher disease is among the most prevalent genetic illnesses in the Ashkenazi community.
  • With a combined frequency of approximately 1 in 5000 live births, Gaucher disease (GD) is one of the most common lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs), a group of more than 70 inherited metabolic diseases. The range of prevalence estimates for GD per 100,000 people was 0.70 to 1.75 and 0.9.
  • A study demonstrated that if both parents are carriers of Gaucher’s disease, there is a 1 in 4 chance that their child will be born with the disease. In addition, there is a 1 in 2 chance that the child will be a carrier like the parents, and a 1 in 4 chance that the child will neither have the disease nor carry the gene.
  • In general population, the frequency of GD is 1 in 40,000 to 60,000 to 100,000 births. However, among Ashkenazi Jewish populations, it may be as high as 1 in 800 to 1,000.
  • As per a study, the average age of Gaucher’s disease diagnosis was 33 (±11.32) years.

Gender-Based Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Insights

Gaucher's disease affects both males and females because it is an autosomal recessive disorder. The ratio of men to women is 0.85:1. It can be difficult to diagnose Gaucher's disease in adults, especially in areas where infectious disorders with comparable symptoms are common.

Country-wise Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Segment

The Gaucher’s disease epidemiology data and findings from the United States, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, the United Kingdom, Japan, and India are also provided in the epidemiology section.

The epidemiology of Gaucher’s disease varies between countries, owing to differences in factors such as genetic mutation, ethnic predisposition, healthcare access and other factors. Gaucher disease is uncommon. The condition affects roughly 6,000 persons in the United States. In the United States, type 1 Gaucher disease affects about 95% of patients.

Gaucher’s Disease: Treatment Overview

The main goals of treatment for Gaucher's disease are symptom management and lowering the accumulation of fatty substances in the body. Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT), which provides the missing enzyme to aid in the breakdown of glucocerebroside, is the most widely used method. Substrate reduction therapy (SRT), which lowers the creation of the fatty material that builds up, is an additional choice. The kind and severity of the disease determines the best course of treatment. Certain symptoms may also be addressed with supportive care, such as blood transfusions and pain control. To improve quality of life, early diagnosis and continuous monitoring are essential.

Key Questions Answered

  • What are the key findings of Gaucher’s disease epidemiology in the 8 major markets?
  • What will be the total number of patients with Gaucher’s disease across the 8 major markets during the forecast period?
  • What was the country-wise Gaucher’s disease epidemiology scenario in the 8 major markets in the historical period?
  • Which country will have the highest number of Gaucher’s disease patients during the forecast period of 2025-2034?
  • Which key factors would influence the shift in the patient population of Gaucher’s disease during the forecast period of 2025-2034?
  • What are the currently available treatments in the Gaucher’s disease market?
  • What are the disease risks, signs, symptoms, and unmet needs of Gaucher’s disease?

Scope of the Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Report

  • The report covers a detailed analysis of signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment options, and classification/types of Gaucher’s disease based on several factors.
  • Gaucher’s disease Epidemiology Forecast Report covers data for the eight major markets (the US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, Japan, and India).
  • The Gaucher’s disease report helps to identify the patient population, and the unmet needs are highlighted along with an assessment of the disease's risk and burden.

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Table of Contents

1 Preface
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Objectives of the Study
1.3 Research Methodology and Assumptions
2 Executive Summary
3 Gaucher’s Disease Market Overview - 8 MM
3.1 Gaucher’s Disease Market Historical Value (2018-2024)
3.2 Gaucher’s Disease Market Forecast Value (2025-2034)
4 Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Overview - 8 MM
4.1 Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Scenario (2018-2024)
4.2 Gaucher’s Disease Epidemiology Forecast (2025-2034)
5 Disease Overview
5.1 Signs and Symptoms
5.2 Causes
5.3 Risk Factors
5.4 Guidelines and Stages
5.5 Pathophysiology
5.6 Screening and Diagnosis
5.7 Types of Gaucher’s Disease
6 Patient Profile
6.1 Patient Profile Overview
6.2 Patient Psychology and Emotional Impact Factors
7 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast - 8 MM (218-2034)
7.1 Key Findings
7.2 Assumptions and Rationale
7.3 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease
7.4 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease
7.5 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease
8 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: United States (218-2034)
8.1 Assumptions and Rationale in the United States
8.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in the United States
8.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in the United States
8.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in the United States
9 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: United Kingdom (218-2034)
9.1 Assumptions and Rationale in the United Kingdom
9.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in the United Kingdom
9.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in the United Kingdom
9.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in the United Kingdom
10 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: Germany (218-2034)
10.1 Assumptions and Rationale in Germany
10.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Germany
10.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Germany
10.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Germany
11 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: France (218-2034)
11.1 Assumptions and Rationale in France
11.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in France
11.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in France
11.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in France
12 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: Italy (218-2034)
12.1 Assumptions and Rationale in Italy
12.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Italy
12.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Italy
12.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Italy
13 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: Spain (218-2034)
13.1 Assumptions and Rationale in Spain
13.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Spain
13.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Spain
13.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Spain
14 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: Japan (218-2034)
14.1 Assumptions and Rationale in Japan
14.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Japan
14.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Japan
14.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in Japan
15 Epidemiology Scenario and Forecast: India (218-2034)
15.1 Assumptions and Rationale in India
15.2 Diagnosed Prevalent Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in India
15.3 Gender-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in India
15.4 Age-Specific Cases of Gaucher’s Disease in India
16 Patient Journey17 Treatment Challenges and Unmet Needs18 Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) Insights