The number of Computed Tomography (CT) scanners in hospitals in Finland shows significant variability from 2013 to 2023. Initial stability from 2013 (118 units) saw a sharp increase by 2016 (133 units), followed by a dramatic drop in 2018 (91 units). The subsequent years indicate gradual recovery, reaching 96 units by 2023. Year-on-year variation highlights substantial fluctuations, notably a -32.59% drop in 2018 and a moderate rise of 1.05% in 2023. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) shifted from a notable decline of -6.71% in 2021 to a mild growth of 1.08% in 2023.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Steady, incremental growth from 2024 onwards with forecasts suggesting 99 units by 2028.
- A five-year forecasted CAGR of 0.62% indicates a modest growth trajectory.
- Potential technological advancements and healthcare reforms could further influence the number of scanners.