The number of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) units in the ambulatory sector in Spain has shown some fluctuation over the years. From 2013 to 2016, the units decreased steadily. A modest increase from 2017 peaked in 2019, but then saw a decline returning to 216 units in 2020. This downward trend was followed by a resurgence, with the units climbing back to 223 by 2022 and remaining stable through 2023. The forecast predicts a slight increase stabilizing around 225 units by 2028, translating to minimal year-on-year growth averaging around 0.09% annual CAGR over the next five years.
The number of MRI units in 2023 stood at 223, unchanged from 2022. Variations over the last two years show fluctuations with an increase of 4.69% in 2022, then stable growth in 2023. Over the past five years, the average annual growth has been 0.36%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in MRI technology may drive replacement or upgrades instead of just increasing the number of units.
- Healthcare policies and investments in public health infrastructure could impact the distribution and number of MRI units.
- Increasing demand for advanced diagnostic tools due to an aging population may influence future growth rates.
