In 2023, hospital discharges for malignant neoplasm of the colon, rectum, and anus in Germany stood at 204.0 units per hundred thousand persons. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 shows a slight decline from 203.7 to 203.1. Year-on-year changes indicate marginal decreases, showcasing a consistent downward trend. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects an average annual decrease of 0.09% over the forecast period. Such minimal year-on-year percent variations suggest a relatively stable situation with slight improvements in health outcomes or shifts towards preventive care and outpatient treatments.
Future trends to watch for include advances in early detection and personalized treatment protocols, healthcare policy changes, and the impact of lifestyle changes on cancer prevalence rates. These factors could contribute to further decreases in hospital discharge rates for this condition.
