The density of Computed Tomography (CT) scanners in South Korea has shown a generally increasing trend from 2013 to 2023, with values rising from 27.44 units per million persons to 33.44 in 2023. Over this period, there have been fluctuations in year-on-year percentages, peaking at a 3.89% increase in 2021. The five-year CAGR recorded for 2023 stands at 2.6%. The forecast indicates a continued rise in density, reaching 36.16 units per million by 2028, albeit with a slower forecasted five-year CAGR of 1.25%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Advancements in CT scanning technology that could impact the density and usage rates in hospitals.
- Healthcare policy changes and investments that might expedite or decelerate the acquisition of new CT scanners.
- Comparative analysis with other imaging techniques which might affect the demand for CT scanners.
- Demographic shifts or rising chronic disease incidences that could heighten the need for diagnostic imaging tools.
