The forecast for laparoscopic repair of inguinal hernia procedures performed as inpatient cases in Canada indicates a steady decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, this metric stood at 11.5, with a consistent decrease projected in subsequent years. From 2024 to 2025, a 3.6% reduction is anticipated, followed by a similar decrease each ensuing year. Over a five-year span, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is expected to be approximately -3.6%, signifying an overall downward trend.
Future trends to watch include advancements in minimally invasive techniques, healthcare policy changes, and shifts towards outpatient procedures, which could further impact the volume of inpatient cases.
