In 2024, Cyprus leads with 695.25 Caesarean sections per hundred thousand persons, followed by Ireland at 419.24 and Romania at 409.86. The United Kingdom shows a moderate rate of 325.51, while countries like Spain (150.11) and Finland (149.21) have lower frequencies. Year-on-year variations highlight notable increases in Cyprus (3.64%) and Croatia (3.56%), whereas Spain and Lithuania experienced declines of -5.05% and -5.09%, respectively. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects these mixed trends, with some countries showing steady increases and others, like Italy and Spain, displaying consistent reductions.
Future trends to watch for include potential advancements in maternal healthcare and surgical techniques, influencing both the accessibility and necessity of Caesarean sections. Population demographics, healthcare policies, and cultural factors will continue to shape these trends across Europe. Increasing emphasis on maternal health may either lead to more elective procedures or better prenatal care that reduces the need for Caesarean sections.
Top countries in Caesarean Section Performed on Patients by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Procedures) Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Cyprus | 695.25 | 2023 | +3.37% | +3.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 419.24 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 409.86 | 2023 | -1.83% | -2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 395.26 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 382.13 | 2023 | +1.12% | -0.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 375.09 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 325.51 | 2023 | +0.65% | +0.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Macedonia | 311.75 | 2023 | +0.3% | -1.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 311.02 | 2023 | -0.54% | -0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 301.18 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.57% | View data |
