Figure 1 shows the number of patients added to the cornea transplant waiting list and the number of cornea transplant operations successfully performed in a regional healthcare system from 2012 to 2024.

| Year | Patients added to waiting list | Transplant operations performed |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,800 | 1,100 |
| 2015 | 2,400 | 1,300 |
| 2018 | 3,100 | 1,600 |
| 2021 | 2,900 | 1,400 |
| 2024 | 3,500 | 1,950 |
Compare the number of patients added to the cornea transplant waiting list with the number of transplant operations successfully performed from 2012 to 2024. Use data from the table or graph to support your answer.