In 2023, the number of tonsillectomies performed as day cases in Canada was 20.84 thousand. The forecast for 2024 shows a decline to 20.32 thousand, marking a year-on-year decrease of approximately 2.5%. This downward trend is expected to continue, with forecasts indicating a drop to 19.8 thousand in 2025 and 19.28 thousand in 2026, representing a 2.6% and 2.6% decrease annually, respectively. By 2028, the forecast anticipates a reduction to 18.26 thousand, indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -3.3% from 2024 to 2028.
Future trend considerations:
- Advancements in medical treatment may reduce the need for surgical procedures.
- Changes in healthcare policies could impact surgical intervention rates.
- Public health awareness may influence the decline in elective surgery rates.
