Description

This outlook analyzes trends and revenue in the global medical imaging equipment market from 2012 to 2017. The market is segmented by geographic region and by medical imaging modality, with 10 regional and 7 modality segments evaluated. The modalities evaluated are general X-ray, mammographic X-ray, interventional X-ray, CT, ultrasound, MR, and molecular imaging (i.e., nuclear medicine and PET). Trends evaluated include drivers and restraints by modality, challenges and opportunities by region, technology trends, clinical growth areas, and noteworthy mergers and acquisitions. Key competitor market shares are also estimated for 2012; strategic recommendations for addressing ongoing market transitions and challenges are also provided.