In 2023, the volume of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams in Norway was 722 thousand exams. The forecasted volumes for the following years are as follows: 743.98 thousand in 2024, 766.36 thousand in 2025, 788.51 thousand in 2026, 810.44 thousand in 2027, and 832.15 thousand in 2028.
The year-on-year percentage variation shows a continuous increase: 2.98% from 2023 to 2024, 3.01% from 2024 to 2025, 2.90% from 2025 to 2026, 2.78% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.68% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is approximately 2.87%. This indicates a steady and healthy growth rate for MRI exams in Norway over the five-year forecasted period.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in MRI technology, which could further drive demand. Additionally, demographic changes such as an aging population may also contribute to the increased need for diagnostic imaging services, potentially pushing the growth rate higher.
