The 2023 data for the global number of pediatric ICU beds highlights disparities across countries. The United States leads significantly with 4.84 thousand units, while Australia and Japan follow far behind with 0.139 and 0.121 thousand units, respectively. Lithuania and Portugal both registered 0.097 and 0.095 thousand units each, with Latvia at 0.028 and Costa Rica having the lowest at 0.00087 thousand units. Year-on-year variations in 2023 show that Australia increased by 1.11%, Japan by 2.88%, while Latvia decreased by 4.02%. Over the last five years, the average growth rate across these countries points to a modest growth trajectory.
Future trends to watch in the global pediatric ICU segment include increasing demand due to growing awareness and healthcare advancements. Countries in Latin America and Eastern Europe are likely to invest in expanding their pediatric ICU capacity as healthcare systems evolve, driven by policy reforms and international healthcare initiatives.
- United States: Highest capacity with significant resources.
- Australia and Japan: Moderate year-on-year growth prospects.
- Latvia: Notable decline in capacity.
- General trend: Regions with undercapitalized healthcare may focus more on growth.
Top countries in Number of Paediatric ICU Beds by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 4,840 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Australia | 139 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 121 | 2023 | +2.54% | +2.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 97 | 2023 | +14.12% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 95 | 2023 | +10.47% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 28 | 2023 | -3.45% | -4.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Costa Rica | 0.87 | 2023 | -95.17% | View data |
