The number of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams in hospitals in Germany is forecasted to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual value stood at 1.8000 million exams. From 2024 to 2028, the number of exams is projected to decrease annually, with values decreasing from 1.7536 million to 1.5693 million exams. The year-on-year percentage variation indicates consistent declines, with a decrease of approximately 2.67% from 2024 to 2025, 2.71% from 2025 to 2026, 2.76% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.81% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately -3.39%.
Looking ahead, trends to watch include advancements in MRI technology, potential shifts in healthcare policies, and changes in population health that may either drive demand for MRI exams or further inhibit growth. Additionally, the increasing adoption of alternative diagnostic tools might impact future MRI exam volumes in hospitals.
