The average length of stay for gonarthrosis cases in French hospitals is forecasted to decrease from 3.9 days in 2024 to 3 days in 2028. In 2023, it stood at 4.1 days, indicating a decreasing trend year-over-year. Specifically, a reduction of 5.13% in 2024 followed by a decline of 5.41% in 2025. Anticipated reductions are 8.11% in 2026, 5.88% in 2027, and 6.25% in 2028. Over the entire forecasted period (2024-2028), the average length of stay is set to decrease by a CAGR of approximately 6.2% annually.
Future trends to watch include advancements in surgical techniques and rehabilitation, which may further reduce hospital stays. Additionally, innovations in preoperative care and pain management could accelerate these trends. Monitoring these factors will be critical to projecting hospital resource allocation and managing patient care efficiently.
