The number of total mastectomies performed in Italy is projected to see modest growth from 2024 to 2028, increasing from 74.9 to 75.4 procedures per hundred thousand women. In 2023, the baseline was slightly lower, at an undisclosed actual figure. Year-on-year growth hovers around a slight increase of 0.1% to 0.2%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is relatively stable, indicating a slow upward trend.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Advancements in breast cancer detection and treatment, potentially impacting surgical demand.
- Changes in patient demographics and health policies influencing procedural preferences and practices.
- Emerging technologies like robotic surgeries that may alter procedural efficiency and outcomes.
- A focus on preventive measures and public health campaigns that could influence surgery rates.