Computed Tomography (CT) scanner usage in ambulatory health care in Spain exhibited fluctuations over the past decade, averaging around 220 units per hundred unit persons. After a peak in 2013, usage dipped significantly until 2015, followed by relatively stable figures from 2016 onwards. The value stood at 230 units in 2023.
Over the last two years, there have been no variations, either year-on-year or Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR). The five-year CAGR for 2023 stands at 0%, indicating stability in usage without significant growth or decline.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in CT scanners, changes in healthcare policies, and their impact on diagnostic strategies in ambulatory care settings. Additionally, the adoption of newer imaging technologies might influence CT scanner utilization rates.
