In 2023, the Czech Republic had the highest volume of cataract surgeries in Europe, with 1.31 per hundred million people. Luxembourg, Finland, Lithuania, and Austria followed, with Luxembourg seeing a significant increase of 5.12%. Finland and Lithuania showed steady growth rates, while Austria had a remarkable surge of 169.25% due to possibly addressing backlog or public health initiatives. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years indicates Austria's dynamic change, contrasting with more stable rates in other countries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in surgical techniques, variations in healthcare policies, and demographic changes affecting demand. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating shifts in Europe's cataract surgery landscape.
Top countries in Cataract Surgery Performed by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Units (Outpatient Cases) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 1,310 | 2023 | -2.03% | +1.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Luxembourg | 390 | 2023 | +5.38% | +5.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 388.7 | 2023 | +3.46% | +5.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 355.1 | 2023 | +3.28% | +6.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 84.9 | 2023 | +22.69% | +169.25% | View data |
