The volume of computed tomography (CT) exams in UK hospitals was recorded at 6.750 million exams in 2023. With forecasted values showing incremental growth, the number is anticipated to reach 6.879 million exams in 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of 1.9%. Subsequent years are predicted to exhibit similar growth trends: 7.0107 million in 2025, a 1.92% increase, and 7.1412 million in 2026, up by 1.86%. By 2027, the forecast suggests 7.2703 million exams, an increase of 1.81%, and 7.3982 million exams in 2028, a 1.76% rise. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is 1.85%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in CT imaging that could drive higher utilization rates.
Increasing prevalence of chronic diseases necessitating more frequent CT scans.
Potential impact of healthcare policies and funding on the accessibility of CT exams.
Developments in alternative imaging technologies that could influence future demand for CT exams.