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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Technology Innovation and Growth Opportunities
Portable MRI Systems, Emerging Metamaterials, and Artificial Intelligence will Revolutionize MRI.
23-Nov-2022
Global
Technology Research
DA76-01-00-00-00
HC03605-GL-TR_27146
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an advanced non-invasive imaging technology that creates clear images of organs and structures inside the body. However, the claustrophobic narrow bore size design that causes patient anxiety during the scan and the stationary nature of the large machine hinder the optimal use of this technology, and low-quality images add to the challenges associated with 2D MRI systems. Frost & Sullivan identifies and analyzes MRI system innovation that maximizes the benefits of the technology.
This research service highlights MRI design innovation, including open MRI systems, portable MRI systems, metamaterial MRI, intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI), and digital MRI innovation, such as audiovisual technology, 3D MRI, and AI-enabled MRI. The study offers a brief introduction of each of these innovations along with pros and cons, notable vendors, and success factors.
The study also highlights overall MRI market growth and restraints, technology analysis, top venture capital (VC) funding deals in North America, Europe, and Asia, and top mergers and acquisitions (M&As). Furthermore, it presents the patent landscape for MRI systems’ innovation and key growth opportunities.
Key Questions This Study Answers:
•What are the market and technology growth drivers and restraints?
•What are the important innovations in open MRI systems, portable MRI systems, metamaterial MRI, iMRI, audiovisual technology, 3D MRI, and AI-enabled MRI? What are the important factors for the success of new MRI technologies/innovations?
•What important M&A and funding activities have taken place?
•What is the patent landscape for MRI in the last 2 years?
•What are the important growth opportunities for technology developers in the MRI space?
Why Is It Increasingly Difficult to Grow?The Strategic Imperative 8™: Factors Creating Pressure on Growth
The Strategic Imperative 8™
The Impact of the Top 3 Strategic Imperatives on the MRI) Industry
Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine™
Research Methodology
Market Technology Overview
Applications of MRI
Growth Drivers
Growth Restraints
Segmentation
Scope of Analysis
Open MRI Systems
Open MRI—Pros and Cons
Open MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings
Open MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings (continued)
Portable MRI Systems
Portable MRI—Pros and Cons
Portable MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings
Metamaterial MRI
Metamaterial MRI—Pros and Cons
Metamaterial MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings
Metamaterial MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings (continued)
iMRI Systems
iMRI—Pros and Cons
iMRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings
iMRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings (continued)
Solution Success Factors for Design Innovation in MRI Systems
Solution Success Factors for Design Innovation in MRI Systems (continued)
Audiovisual Technology
Audiovisual Technology—Pros and Cons
Audiovisual Technology—Notable Vendors and Offerings
Audiovisual Technology—Notable Vendors and Offerings (continued)
Solution Success Factors for Audiovisual Technology in MRI
3D MRI
3D MRI—Pros and Cons
3D MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings
Solution Success Factors for 3D MRI
AI-enabled MRI
AI-enabled MRI—Pros and Cons
AI-enabled MRI—Notable Vendors and Offerings
Solution Success Factors for AI-enabled MRI
Adoption of MRI Examinations
Adoption of MRI Units
Technology Analysis—MRI Design Innovation
Technology Analysis—MRI Digital Innovation
Top VC Funding Deals—North America
Top VC Funding Deals—Europe
Top VC Funding Deals—Asia
Key M&A
Key Technology Collaborations
Newly Approved MRI Technologies
Patent Publications and Filings
Top Patent Assignees
Key Patents
Key Patents (continued)
Growth Opportunity 1: Material Innovation for Improved MR Image Quality with Low-field-strength MRI Systems
Growth Opportunity 1: Material Innovation for Improved MR Image Quality with Low-field-strength MRI Systems (continued)
Growth Opportunity 2: Collaboration with Local Vendors for MRI Data Storage to Ensure Compliance with Regional Data Regulations
Growth Opportunity 2: Collaboration with Local Vendors for MRI Data Storage to Ensure Compliance with Regional Data Regulations (continued)
Growth Opportunity 3: Advanced Research for Expanding Applications of Portable MRI Systems
Growth Opportunity 3: Advanced Research for Expanding Applications of Portable MRI Systems (continued)
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