Between 2013 and 2023, the number of Computed Tomography (CT) exams per scanner in South Korea exhibited a notable upward trend, growing from 4.02 thousand to 7.26 thousand exams. The year-on-year variation showed consistent growth, despite minor fluctuations, with some years like 2018 witnessing significant jumps (10.39%). The CAGR during this period was 4.17%, reflecting a steady increase over the past decade.
Over the past two years, the growth rate has slightly decelerated with numbers for 2022 and 2023 increasing by 4.32% and 4.24% respectively. Forecasts for 2024 and beyond indicate continued growth, albeit at a slower pace, projecting the market to reach 8.68 thousand per scanner by 2028, with an average CAGR of 2.83% over the next five years.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements in CT imaging- Increased adoption of new healthcare regulations- Growth in demand due to the aging population- Potential impacts of economic factors on healthcare spending.
