The forecast for hospital discharges related to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Bronchiectasis in France shows a steady decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 140.3 discharges per 100,000 persons in 2024 and decreasing to 139.4 by 2028. This trend reflects a year-on-year percentage decrease, indicating a gradual improvement in prevention or management of these conditions.
In 2023, the value was at 140.6 hospital discharges per 100,000 persons. The projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 highlights a minor, consistent annual decrease in discharges, signifying progressive healthcare advancements or effective policy implementations towards reducing the burden of COPD and Bronchiectasis.
Future trends to watch include advancements in medical treatments, public health initiatives aimed at reducing smoking rates, which is a primary risk factor for COPD, as well as potential impacts of climate change on respiratory health. These factors could further influence the trend in hospital discharges related to these conditions in the coming years.
