In 2023, the number of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanners in Canada stood at 60. The forecasted data from 2024 onwards indicates a gradual increase: 61 scanners in both 2024 and 2025, 62 in 2026, 63 in 2027, and 64 in 2028. This demonstrates a consistent year-on-year growth pattern. From 2023 to 2024, the year-on-year variation is approximately 1.67%. For subsequent years, the growth remains around 1.64% per annum, indicating a trend towards steady but moderate expansion.
Over the next five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is forecasted to be around 1.3%. This suggests a stable, incremental increase in the availability of PET scanners across Canada.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in PET scanner efficiency and accuracy.
- Government and private sector investments in medical infrastructure.
- The increasing prevalence of diseases requiring PET diagnosis, potentially accelerating demand for these scanners.
