In 2023, the number of Caesarean sections performed on in-patients in Italy stood at approximately 110,000 procedures. Forecast data suggests a steady annual decline, from 103.81 thousand procedures in 2024 to 77.4 thousand procedures by 2028. This marks a noticeable decrease, with a year-on-year reduction rate averaging around 6 to 8% annually. Over the five-year period, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) implies a significant downward trend of approximately 7% per annum.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in prenatal care technology, potential changes in healthcare policy regarding childbirth practices, and evolving preferences towards natural birth, which may continue to reduce the necessity or preference for caesarean sections.
