The forecast for cataract surgeries in Switzerland displays a slight but consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. The value stood at 45.6 inpatient cases per hundred thousand persons in 2023. Since then, we observe a progressive decrease in the forecasted figures: 45.4 in 2024, 45.1 in 2025, 44.9 in 2026, 44.7 in 2027, and 44.5 in 2028. Year-on-year variation indicates marginal declines: approx. -0.44% in 2025, -0.44% in 2026, -0.45% in 2027, and -0.45% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 reflects an average annual decline of around -0.49%.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in medical technology and surgical procedures, which could affect the frequency of inpatient surgeries. Population aging and changes in healthcare policies or funding might also impact the demand and accessibility for cataract surgeries.