From 2023 to 2028, hospital discharges for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis in the UK are expected to see a steady increase. The discharges per 100,000 persons are forecasted to grow from 44.4 in 2024 to 45.5 in 2028. In 2023, the number stood at approximately 44.2, indicating a mild upward trend. Annually, this translates to an average growth rate or CAGR of about 0.6% over these five years.
Future trends to watch include the impact of potential advancements in medical treatments and lifestyle interventions on the management of these conditions and hospital utilization. Also, demographic changes, such as an ageing population, could influence future discharge statistics.
