In 2023, the utilization of Computed Tomography (CT) scanners in Austrian hospitals stood at 17.63 exams per million persons. The year-on-year variations show a consistent yet gradual decline in usage, with notable decreases from 2013 to 2017. A slight rebound in 2018 was observed, followed by minor fluctuations, up to the most recent data in 2023. Over the last two years, the year-on-year variations have been relatively minimal, averaging around -0.17%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years illustrates a marginal decrease at -0.15% annually.
For the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028, the trend is anticipated to maintain a slight downward trajectory, averaging the same CAGR of -0.15% annually, translating to an overall decline of -0.74% over the five years. This indicates a modest but continuous decrease in the number of CT exams per million persons.
- **Trends Over Longer Period**: The long-term trend reflects a consistent, though slowing, decline in CT exams per million persons from 2013 to 2023.- **Future Trends to Watch For**: Monitoring advancements in medical imaging technology, potential shifts towards alternative diagnostic tools, and healthcare policy changes in Austria will be crucial to understanding future utilization patterns of CT scanners.
