The forecast for hospital discharges in Spain shows a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, with values gradually rising from 5.4385 million to 5.5095 million. In 2023, actual discharges stood at 5.421 million. This signifies a year-on-year variation of approximately 0.33% from 2023 to 2024, and a similar incremental trend persists through 2028. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is about 0.40%, indicating a gradual but consistent upward trend.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of an aging population, advances in medical technology, and shifts in healthcare policy. Additionally, external factors such as pandemics or economic downturns could also impact hospital discharge rates.
