The data for 2023 shows Hungary with the highest average length of stay for single spontaneous delivery at 4.8 days, while the Netherlands and Mexico have the lowest at 1.4 days. Notable reductions in length of stay occurred in Belgium (3.58%) and Chile (1.53%), while Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom showed no change. Over the last five years, the annual compound average growth rate points to a trend of decreasing hospital stays across most countries analyzed.
Looking ahead, potential factors influencing future hospital stay trends might include advancements in outpatient care, improvements in postpartum recovery practices, and evolving health care policies that emphasize cost reduction and resource optimization.
Top countries in Hospital Average Length of Stay for Single Spontaneous Delivery by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Days | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 4.8 | 2023 | +2.13% | -0.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 3.7 | 2023 | 0% | -0.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovenia | 3.6 | 2023 | 0% | -0.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 3.4 | 2023 | 0% | -1.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 3.2 | 2023 | 0% | -1.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Israel | 2.7 | 2023 | 0% | -0.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.5 | 2023 | -3.85% | -3.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Chile | 2.5 | 2023 | 0% | -1.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 2.4 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Australia | 2.4 | 2023 | 0% | -1.59% | View data |
