In 2023, the density of radiation therapy equipment in the ambulatory sector in the US stood at 3.09 units per million persons. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decline in density, with year-on-year decreases ranging from approximately 3% to 3.3%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is projected to be approximately -3.27%.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in technology improving equipment efficiency, potential shifts in cancer treatment paradigms affecting equipment demand, and possible regulatory or reimbursement changes impacting the ambulatory sector's investment in radiation therapy equipment.
