Computed Tomography (CT) exams in Austria have exhibited notable fluctuations and growth over the past decade. As of 2023, the volume stood at 1.8528 million exams. From 2015 to 2023, the sector saw both increases and decreases, reflecting various influencing factors such as technological advancements and healthcare demands. Significant year-on-year variations include a 7.36% rise in 2019 and a 6.85% drop in 2020, with a recovery of 9.87% in 2021. The CAGR for the last five years up to 2023 has been 1.55%.
Forecasts from 2024 onwards suggest continued growth, with a 5-year CAGR of 2.02%, projecting the volume to reach 2.105 million by 2028. This indicates a stable and increasing trend with a forecasted 10.54% growth rate over this period.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements in imaging techniques improving diagnostic accuracy and potentially increasing exam volumes.
- Policymaking and healthcare reforms that could impact demand and utilization rates for CT exams.
- The impact of emerging health issues and how they drive changes in diagnostic needs.
