Germany led Europe in cataract surgeries with 812.41 thousand outpatient cases. Finland performed 21.31 thousand, Austria 8.5 thousand, Norway 2.68 thousand, and Luxembourg 2.29 thousand. The year 2023 saw varying trends: Germany experienced a modest 2.53% increase, Finland 5.08%, Austria surged by 177.14%, Norway decreased by 2.37%, and Luxembourg grew by 6.7%. Cumulatively, over the last five years, the CAGR indicates that some countries have stabilized, while others, like Austria, have seen significant growth.
Future trends to watch:
• Continued growth in major markets like Germany bolstered by an aging population. • Small markets like Austria may exhibit high fluctuations due to smaller base values. • Advances in medical technology could further reduce the need for surgeries or enhance procedure efficiency. • The impact of healthcare policy changes and funding in the EU. • Potential shifts due to demographic changes and medical tourism within Europe.
Top countries in Cataract Surgery Performed by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Units (Outpatient Cases) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 812,410 | 2023 | +2.14% | +2.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 21,310 | 2023 | +3.11% | +5.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 8,500 | 2023 | +30.48% | +177.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 2,680 | 2023 | +2.76% | -2.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 2,290 | 2023 | +6.65% | +6.7% | View data |
