The computed tomography (CT) exams per thousand persons in South Korea have shown a steady increase from 2013 through 2023, with an initial Units (Exams) Per Thousand Persons of 13.0 in 2013 and reaching 27.3 by 2023. This resulted in an average annual increase of 8.12% over the period from 2013 to 2023, with notable high year-on-year variations during certain years, such as a 15.73% increase from 2017 to 2018. The five-year CAGR from 2019 to 2023 stood at 5.79%, highlighting a slower but consistent growth pattern as compared to earlier years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- A forecasted growth rate of 13.43% over the next five years, which equates to a lower average annual increase of 2.55%.
- Ongoing technological advances in CT equipment and increasing healthcare infrastructure supporting steady growth in CT exam utilization.
- Demographic changes, particularly an aging population, potentially influencing future demand for diagnostic services.
