In 2024, Romania leads with 877.1 inpatient cases per 100,000 women, while Finland has the lowest at 341.0. Compared to 2023, Finland showed the most significant increase at 3.84%, whereas Slovenia had the steepest decline at 1.99%. Over the last five years, there is a general trend of decreasing Caesarean sections in most countries except for Sweden and Finland, which bucked the trend with modest increases. The United States, Hungary, and South Korea continue to show noticeable declining trends year-on-year.
Looking ahead, global healthcare trends such as advancements in medical technology and shifts in healthcare policies might impact the frequency of Caesarean sections. Countries exhibiting declines may focus on improving natural birth rates, whereas increases in others may indicate a need for policy adjustments. Monitoring these trends alongside healthcare reforms will be crucial for understanding future shifts.
Top countries in Caesarean Section Performed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Inpatient Cases) Per Hundred Thousand Women | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 877.1 | 2023 | +0.24% | -0.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 698.1 | 2023 | +0.16% | -0.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 646.9 | 2023 | +0.25% | -1.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 554.6 | 2023 | -1.91% | -1.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 538 | 2023 | +0.019% | -0.022% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 428.3 | 2023 | +0.16% | -0.065% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 422.1 | 2023 | +0.024% | -0.061% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 394.9 | 2023 | -0.051% | +0.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 377.3 | 2023 | -1.2% | -1.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 341 | 2023 | -0.12% | +3.84% | View data |
