In Austria, the number of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams conducted per scanner in hospitals has seen significant fluctuations over the years. Between 2013 and 2023, values ranged from 3.67 to 5.63 thousand exams per scanner. Specifically, in 2023, the value stood at 4.16 thousand exams per scanner. The year 2020 marked a notable decline in exams due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a year-on-year variation of -14.73%. However, there was a modest recovery in subsequent years, with a 1.06% year-on-year increase observed from 2022 to 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years stands at -1.39%, indicating a slow decline.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements in MRI scanners could influence exam efficiency and frequency.
Healthcare policy changes and funding may impact accessibility and utilization.
Continued recovery post-pandemic and its long-term effects on healthcare practices.
Emerging competition from other imaging technologies that could affect MRI usage rates.