The analysis of Global Density of Adult ICU Beds reveals significant variations among countries. Czech Republic leads with the highest density, while New Zealand has the lowest. In 2023, Spain showed a considerable year-on-year increase of 34.78%, highlighting a significant rise. Germany's density remained relatively steady, with a minimal increase of 0.88%. Hungary experienced a notable year-on-year rise of 22.78%. Japanese and Australian figures remained stagnant with no variation. Over five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates stable to moderate changes across these regions.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of aging populations on ICU bed demand, potentially leading to increased density in highly populated regions.
- Technological advancements and healthcare infrastructure improvements, enabling optimized ICU bed management.
- Policy shifts towards enhancing healthcare capacity, especially in countries with lower current ICU bed densities like New Zealand and Australia.
Top countries in Density of Adult ICU Beds (Average) by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Units (Hospital Beds) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 0.45 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Spain | 0.33 | 2023 | +26.92% | +34.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 0.29 | 2023 | 0% | +0.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 0.25 | 2023 | +19.05% | +22.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 0.21 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 0.17 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Japan | 0.14 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 0.08 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 0.05 | 2022 | View data |
