The data shows that the utilization of computed tomography (CT) scanners in hospitals in the Netherlands increased from 11.31 units per million persons in 2013 to 15.08 in 2023. The growth has been relatively steady, with a few fluctuations. The highest year-on-year growth was 15.3% in 2014, while there was a notable decline of 5.82% in 2016. Over the past five years (2019-2023), the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 2.21%, indicating moderate growth in CT scanner usage in hospitals.
Looking forward:
• The forecast for 2028 predicts the value will reach 16.36 units per million persons, marking an average growth rate (CAGR) of 1.28% from 2023 to 2028. This suggests a deceleration in growth compared to the previous five years.
• Future trends to watch for include advancements in CT technology, potential changes in healthcare policies, and demographic shifts that could impact the utilization rates.
