From 2013 to 2023, hospital discharges in Sweden have demonstrated a generally declining trend with occasional fluctuations. The number of hospital discharges decreased from 1.5369 million in 2013 to 1.2983 million in 2023, signifying an overall downward trend. The highest year-on-year decline was observed in 2020 at -6.1%, likely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, while notable increases like the 1.71% growth in 2021 were short-lived. The last five years saw an annual average decline (CAGR) of -1.84%. Future forecasts indicate a continued decrease in discharges, with a five-year forecast CAGR of -1.34% and an expected total decline of approximately 6.54% by 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of ageing population and chronic diseases on healthcare demand.
Technological advances in healthcare and their impact on hospital stay duration.
Policy changes or healthcare reform initiatives by the Swedish government.
Potential resurgence or new strains of pandemics that may affect hospital discharge rates.