Decline in the Number of Sterilizations Over Time

The data indicates a significant downward trend in the number of sterilizations in Finland, with a drastic decrease from 13,457 procedures in 1990 to 2,919 procedures by 2022. This decline highlights a shift in either demographic trends, healthcare policies, or societal attitudes towards family planning and sterilization over the span of 32 years.

Peak of Sterilization Procedures in the Mid-1990s

Sterilization procedures in Finland reached their peak in the mid-1990s, with the highest number recorded in 1996 at 14,371 procedures. This peak represents the most active period for sterilizations, possibly influenced by specific healthcare policies or societal norms prevalent during that time.

The 21st Century Marked by Steady Declines

The onset of the 21st century has been marked by steady declines in sterilization numbers, from 10,472 in 2000 to 2,919 in 2022. This trend underscores changing attitudes or advances in alternative contraceptive methods over two decades.

Record Highs and Lows Highlight Shifts

Comparing the record high in 1996 with 14,371 sterilizations to the record low in 2022 with only 2,919 reveals a significant societal shift in Finland regarding the choice of sterilization as a form of family planning, indicating a decrease of over 79% in annual procedures.

Recent Years Show Continued Decrease

The last five years have seen a continued decrease in sterilization numbers, from 4,558 in 2018 down to 2,919 in 2022, illustrating an ongoing shift in preferences or availability of alternative reproductive health services. This recent trend could reflect advancements in reproductive health technology or changes in population demographics.

Significant Decrease Since the Early 2000s

The data from the early 2000s to 2022 shows a dramatic reduction in the number of sterilizations, from 9,029 in 2001 to 2,919 in 2022. This decrease of over 67% could be attributed to a variety of factors, including improved access to alternative forms of contraception and shifts in societal attitudes towards sterilization.