In 2023, the number of cataract surgeries performed in Belgium stood at approximately 128,000. For the forecasted years, the data indicates a consistent increase in the number of surgeries, with values projected at 130.88 thousand in 2024, 133 thousand in 2025, 135.09 thousand in 2026, 137.17 thousand in 2027, and 139.22 thousand in 2028.
The year-on-year variations show a steady growth trend:
- 2024: +2.3%
- 2025: +1.6%
- 2026: +1.6%
- 2027: +1.5%
- 2028: +1.5%
Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is approximately 1.7%, demonstrating a moderate but consistent upward trend.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in cataract surgery techniques and technology, shifts in healthcare policies and funding, as well as demographic changes such as an aging population, which could further influence the demand for cataract surgeries.
