The data suggests a slight but consistent decline in the number of total mastectomies performed on inpatients in Italy from 2024 to 2028. Starting from 19,640 procedures in 2024, the forecast shows a gradual decrease to 18,670 by 2028. Compared to 2023, which recorded 19,810 mastectomies, this indicates a projected negative trend.

Year-on-year variations:

2024-2025: -1.5%
2025-2026: -1.3%
2026-2027: -1.2%
2027-2028: -1.1%

Five-year CAGR (2023-2028): -1.19%.

Future trends to watch:

Innovations in breast cancer treatment reducing the need for invasive surgery.
Increasing awareness and adoption of breast-conserving surgeries.
Changes in healthcare policy and reimbursement strategies impacting surgical rates.