Computed Tomography (CT) exams in Austrian hospitals stood at 152.7 units per thousand persons in 2023. Historically, the annual CT exams have seen fluctuations with periods of growth and decline. Significant increases were recorded in 2018, 2019, and from 2021 through 2023, while declines were noted between 2015-2017 and in 2020. From 2022 to 2023, the year-on-year growth was 1.13%, and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was 1.78%. Forecast data predicts a steady increase, reaching 161.7 units per thousand persons by 2028, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of 0.9% and a growth rate of 4.59% over the period.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in CT technology, variations due to healthcare policy changes, and demographic shifts such as aging populations which could drive higher demand. Additionally, the economic climate and hospital funding levels may impact the frequency of these exams.
