The forecast for computed tomography (CT) exams in ambulatory care in South Korea shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028. The value in 2023 was 36.0 units per thousand persons. In 2024, it is projected to rise to 38.5, demonstrating a 6.9% year-on-year increase. The forecast for 2025 sees the value reaching 41.6, marking an 8.1% rise from the previous year. By 2026, the number is expected to increase to 44.6, showing a 7.2% rise. In 2027, it’s projected to reach 47.7, which is a 6.9% increase from 2026. Finally, by 2028, the value is forecasted to hit 50.7, representing a 6.3% year-on-year rise. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years, from 2023 to 2028, is approximately 7.1%.
Future trends to watch for in this field include advancements in CT technology, increased accessibility and affordability of CT exams, and growing demand for early diagnostic tools in ambulatory care settings. Additionally, policy changes and healthcare reforms aimed at improving diagnostic infrastructure will likely further impact the volume of CT exams conducted.
