In 2023, Iceland had the highest rate of inguinal hernia repairs at 211.6 units per hundred thousand persons. Canada followed with 133.4, showing a slight year-on-year decline of 0.8%. The United Kingdom and Norway also saw declines of 1.39% and 1.51% respectively. Croatia, however, experienced a notable increase of 7.21%, reaching 73.8 units. Estonia and Israel experienced declines of 1.38% and 1.69% respectively.
Looking to the future, important trends to monitor include advancements in surgical techniques, healthcare accessibility, and aging populations which may influence repair rates globally. Countries with current declines may reveal strategies to stabilize rates as innovations unfold.
Top countries in Repair of Inguinal Hernia by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Units (Day Cases) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 211.6 | 2023 | +0.67% | +0.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 133.4 | 2023 | +2.46% | -0.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 85.7 | 2023 | +13.21% | -1.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 78.2 | 2023 | 0% | -1.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 73.8 | 2023 | +17.14% | +7.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 66.6 | 2023 | +2.46% | -1.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Israel | 38.2 | 2023 | -1.55% | -1.69% | View data |
