The forecast for laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedures in Canada from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline in the number of units, expressed as day cases per hundred thousand persons. In 2023, the number of such procedures stood at 110. Based on the data provided, the year-on-year decrease is consistent, with a slight drop each year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reveals a steady decline over the projected five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in alternative, less invasive treatments as well as demographic shifts that could lead to either increased healthcare demand or advancements reducing surgery needs.
