In 2023, hospital discharges for alcoholic liver disease in Italy were 17.3 per 100,000 persons. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent year-on-year decline: 16.6 in 2024, decreasing to 14.0 by 2028. This downward trend represents a reduction in discharges by approximately 13.6% over five years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decline of around 4% during this period.
Future trends to watch for include public health initiatives targeting alcohol consumption and liver disease awareness, potential changes in healthcare policies, as well as emerging treatments or preventive measures for liver disease that could further impact discharge rates.
