The number of radiation therapy equipment in Finland has shown a relatively stable trend with minor fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. The initial growth seen in the early years, such as 2014 and 2015, was followed by slight decreases in 2016 and 2017. There was a notable decline in 2019 but a subsequent recovery with a stable count of 57 units from 2020 onwards.
From 2014 to 2018, the average variation per year, represented by the CAGR, witnessed a moderate increase, but from 2019 to 2023, the annual growth rate has been stable at around zero. Looking forward to 2028, the forecast indicates a constant number of 57 units, with no significant growth or decline expected.
Future trends to watch for:
- The impact of new technology and innovations in radiation therapy could potentially influence the demand and replacement cycles of radiation therapy equipment.
- Healthcare policy changes or increased investments in healthcare infrastructure may alter the current stagnant trend.
- Population aging and related increases in cancer incidence might necessitate an expansion in radiation therapy equipment to meet rising healthcare demands.
