In 2023, the rate of appendectomies performed in Italy was at 63.2 units per hundred thousand persons. From the data provided for the years 2024 to 2028, there is a projected consistent decline in the number of appendectomies performed. Specifically, the year-on-year reduction from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2.3%, from 2025 to 2026 is about 2.0%, from 2026 to 2027 is around 1.9%, and from 2027 to 2028 is 1.9%. Overall, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 projects an average annual decline of around 2.0%.

Future trends to watch for:

Advancements in medical technology and non-surgical interventions may further reduce the need for surgical appendectomies.
Changes in healthcare policy and preventive care measures could significantly impact the incidence of appendicitis, potentially leading to fewer surgeries.
Increased use of antibiotics as an alternative treatment for uncomplicated appendicitis could continue to influence the decline in surgical procedures.