Computed Tomography (CT) exams in ambulatory care in Austria have seen significant growth over the past few years. From 2015 to 2023, the number of exams increased from 307.78 thousand to 595.94 thousand, with notable year-on-year growth reaching as high as 18.78% in 2021. By 2023, the exams showed an 8.53% increase from the previous year, continuing a solid trend that has displayed a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.69% over the last five years.
Future trends suggest a steady yet moderated pace of growth, with forecasts predicting a CAGR of 5.09% over the next five years, leading to a total of 823.09 thousand exams by 2028. This represents a 28.15% increase over the forecast period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Growing demand due to an aging population and advancements in medical imaging technology.
- Policy changes and their impact on healthcare access and reimbursement.
- The role of digital transformation in improving the efficiency and accessibility of CT exams.