The forecasted density of critical care adult beds in Italy shows a steady increase from 140.0 in 2024 to 170.0 beds per 100,000 persons by 2028. This suggests a consistent effort to enhance critical care infrastructure. In 2023, the estimate stands lower than the forecasted figures in the following years.
- Year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is 7.14%.
- The increase from 2025 to 2026 is 6.67%.
- From 2026 to 2027, there is no change.
- From 2027 to 2028, the growth resumes at 6.25%.
- Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 5.13%.
Future trends to watch for include potential disparities between regions in bed allocation and the impact of changes in healthcare policy on critical care resources. Monitoring technological advancements and their influence on ICU efficiency and capacity will also be crucial.
