In Canada, actual hospital discharges for heart failure cases stood at 191.0 units per hundred thousand persons in 2023. The data reveals year-on-year fluctuations: notable growth between 2013 and 2019, peaking at 192.3 in 2018 before a decline attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The recovery phase from 2021 to 2023 saw discharges climbing to 191.0 in 2023.
Key historical variations:
- 2013-2018: Gradual rise, reflective of growing heart failure incidence.
- 2019-2020: Noticeable drop due to pandemic disruptions.
- 2021-2023: Post-pandemic recovery with modest year-on-year increases.
Future trends indicate a plateauing with minor increases forecasted through 2028. The projected 5-year CAGR is modest at 0.17%, suggesting stabilization in heart failure discharges per hundred thousand persons. Long-term trends to monitor include the impact of aging populations, advancements in medical treatments, and potential healthcare policy changes focusing on preventative care.
