In 2023, tonsillectomy rates varied significantly worldwide. The Netherlands had the highest frequency with a rate of 125.0 units per hundred thousand persons. Denmark followed with 40.6, while Australia showed a modest increase to 35.4. Costa Rica experienced a significant decrease, dropping to 29.2, as did Portugal at 27.5. Mexico and Poland saw declines to 10.2 and 1.5, respectively. Comparing 2023 to 2022, trends indicate a diverse global landscape: the Netherlands experienced a slight increase, whereas Australia saw significant growth. Conversely, Costa Rica and Portugal faced notable declines, alongside smaller reductions in Denmark, Mexico, and Poland.
Future trends to watch:
- Technological advances may facilitate minimally invasive procedures.
- Healthcare policy changes could affect surgery rates and accessibility.
- Public health initiatives might shift focus from surgery to preventive care.
Top countries in Tonsillectomy Performed by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Units (Day Cases) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 125 | 2023 | -1.11% | +0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 40.6 | 2023 | +2.53% | -1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Australia | 35.4 | 2023 | +2.91% | +4.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Costa Rica | 29.2 | 2023 | -16.33% | -8.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 27.5 | 2023 | -3.51% | -7.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 10.2 | 2023 | +5.15% | -1.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.5 | 2023 | +7.14% | -4.62% | View data |
