Digital radiography machines are state-of-the-art medical diagnostic tools. Instead of using photographic film, they employ electrical sensors to take pictures of internal body parts. They produce real-time, high-quality images, which makes them a vital tool for radiologists and doctors. The ability of digital X-ray technology to provide images almost quickly, facilitating quicker diagnosis and treatment, is one of its main advantages. They save time and costs during processing since they eliminate the need to manually develop X-ray film, making them even more efficient. Additionally, patients and medical professionals benefit from digital X-rays' lower radiation emissions. They are therefore widely used in orthopaedic, mammography, and dentistry imaging.
United States Digital X-ray Devices Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Driving Factors- The development of chronic disease and the ageing population are two major reasons driving the digital X-ray device market. The need for diagnostic imaging for age-related conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis is growing as the world's population ages. According to the United Nations, there will be an incredible 2 billion older individuals on the planet by 2050. Digital X-rays help with pain management and treatment planning by offering a quick and non-invasive method of identifying a variety of illnesses. Moreover, regular imaging is necessary due to the rising prevalence of chronic diseases like cancer, which include lung, heart, and cancer. Digital X-rays offer a practical and affordable means of tracking the advancement of the disease and the effectiveness of treatment. Around 70% of deaths worldwide are brought on by chronic illnesses. Therefore, the market growth rate of digital X-ray machines is boosted by the growing elderly population and the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions.
Challenges-
High installation costs to impede market expansion
The high cost of installation and devices is one of the main factors anticipated to impede the growth of the digital x-ray devices market. For example, the cost of new devices and initial installation is a major determining factor in the decision to upgrade to digital x-ray systems. Today's market participants, however, provide premium digital x-ray systems and devices with extended lifespans, less maintenance requirements, and universal access to service centres. Furthermore, there are a lot of benefits that portable x-rays have over conventional x-ray devices.
Impact of COVID-19 on United States Digital X-ray Devices Market
Digital X-ray devices in the US market have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic.
Growing Need for Contactless Imaging: The deployment of digital X-ray equipment has been sped up by the pandemic's requirement for contactless imaging. Compared to conventional X-ray systems, these gadgets facilitate remote image assessment, offer short turnaround times, and lower the danger of infection transmission.
The role of diagnosis in managing COVID-19: In order to diagnose and treat COVID-19 patients, digital X-ray equipment has become essential. Chest X-rays have been used to determine the extent of lung involvement, track the development of the disease, and do early screening.
United States Digital X-ray Devices Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as Carestream Health, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, General Electric Company (GE Healthcare), Hitachi Ltd, Hologic Inc, Koninklinje Philips NV (Philips Healthcare), Shimadzu Corporation, Siemens Healthineers, Canon Medical Systems Corporation, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd (Samsung Medison).
United States Digital X-ray Devices Market Segmentation:
By Application: Based on the Application, United States Digital X-ray Devices Market is segmented as; Orthopaedic, Cancer, Dental, Cardiovascular, and other applications.
By Technology: Based on the Technology, United States Digital X-ray Devices Market is segmented as; Computed Radiography and Direct Radiography.
By Portability: Based on the Portability, United States Digital X-ray Devices Market is segmented as; Fixed Systems, and Portable Systems.
By End-User: Based on the End-User, United States Digital X-ray Devices Market is segmented as; Hospitals, Diagnostic Centers, Other End Users.
By Region: This research also includes data for Northeast, South, Midwest, West.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.