The median waiting time for cataract surgery is expected to decrease from 54 days in 2024 to 49 days in 2028. The year-on-year percentage variations are as follows:
- 2024 to 2025: -1.85%
- 2025 to 2026: -3.77%
- 2026 to 2027: -1.96%
- 2027 to 2028: -2.00%
This trend equates to a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -2.38% over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028.
Future Trends to Watch
Future trends to monitor include advancements in medical technology that could further reduce surgical times, increased healthcare funding, and policy changes affecting the NHS capacity and efficiency. Additionally, the impact of demographic changes, such as an aging population, on demand for cataract surgeries will be crucial to track.
