In 2024, hospital discharges for varicose veins of lower extremities in Canada are forecasted at 2.3 units per hundred thousand persons, a stable figure from 2023. For 2025, the data predicts no change from 2024 at 2.3 units, followed by a slight decline to 2.2 units in 2026. A further decrease to 2.1 units is expected in 2027 and remains steady through 2028. This data is indicative of a decreasing trend, with a modest negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of emerging non-invasive treatment options and increasing awareness of early intervention, possibly further reducing hospital discharges. Additionally, demographic shifts such as an aging population may influence future discharge rates despite the downward trend.
