In 2023, the volume of hip replacement procedures performed as day cases in the UK was below 1.3, indicating a rising trend. From 2024 onwards, a steady year-on-year increase is predicted: 2024 at 1.3, 2025 at 1.4, 2026 at 1.6, 2027 at 1.7, and 2028 reaching 1.8. This reveals a robust growth path, reflecting an increased preference and capacity for day-case surgeries.

Future trends to watch for:

Innovations in surgical techniques and healthcare policies that could further drive the shift towards day cases.
Potential impacts of demographic changes, such as aging populations, on procedure demand.
Healthcare system capacity to meet increasing procedure volumes efficiently.