Based on the provided forecast data, the number of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) units in hospitals in Germany is projected to increase steadily. In 2024, the MRI units are estimated at 1.39 units per hundred thousand persons, growing to 1.47 by 2028. This represents a year-on-year increase of approximately 1.44% from 2024 to 2025, 1.42% from 2025 to 2026, 1.40% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.38% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is estimated to be around 1.41%.
The baseline value in 2023 is 1.37 units per hundred thousand persons, underscoring a steady trend of growth in MRI units over the forecast period from 2024 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in MRI technology, increased public and private healthcare investments, and a potential rise in demand for non-invasive diagnostic methods, which could drive further increases in MRI unit availability in hospitals.
