From 2013 to 2023, the total computed tomography (CT) exams per thousand persons in Spain have shown a steady increase, reaching 132.9 units in 2023. Between 2013 and 2016, the year-on-year growth rates fluctuated, peaking in 2014 with a 5.41% increase, and maintaining a healthy CAGR of around 4.46%. Post-2016, the growth rate maintained moderate stability with a notable decrease in 2020, reflective of a likely impact from the COVID-19 pandemic, achieving a minimal 0.97% increase. The subsequent years saw modest recoveries, culminating in a year-on-year increase of 1.92% for 2023 and a 5-year CAGR of approximately 2.39%. Forecasts indicate a continued but more tempered growth with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.31%, implying steady advancements in CT technology utilization and healthcare access.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include the integration of advanced imaging technologies, the impact of governmental healthcare policies, AI-assisted diagnostics, and the adaptation of the healthcare infrastructure in response to demographic changes and emerging health crises.
