From 2013 to 2023, the number of computed tomography (CT) scanners in the ambulatory sector in Poland showed considerable volatility with significant fluctuations in annual growth rates. The highest growth was recorded in 2013 at 27.44%, while the sharpest decline was in 2014 at -40.67%. Recent data from 2022 showed a decrease of 9.5%, followed by a slight recovery in 2023 with a 0.62% increase, indicating stabilization. As of 2023, the number of CT scanners was 163 units. Over a 5-year period, the sector experienced an average annual growth (CAGR) of -0.48%.
Forecasts for the period between 2024 and 2028 suggest a steady increase in the number of CT scanners, with a forecasted CAGR of 0.6% and a total growth rate of 3.05% by 2028, projecting up to 169 units. This indicates a shift toward more stable growth in the near term.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in CT scanning, increased demand for outpatient diagnostic services, and governmental policies on healthcare investment, which will likely shape the landscape of CT scanner deployment in the ambulatory sector in Poland.
