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Global optical imaging market overview
According to the optical imaging market analysis, the global optical imaging market is anticipated to grow at a steady rate and will post a CAGR of more than 8% during the forecast period. The increasing market penetration of digital technologies in the optical imaging and medical imaging areas will drive the growth prospects for the global optical imaging market over the next four years. According to the global market research, the application of laser technology includes optical imaging, medical imaging, and microscopy. Also, to increase the process efficiency, the optics and photonics technology is integrated to develop advanced optical imaging systems. Furthermore, the radiation-free Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) technology is used for dental diagnosis and treatment, whereas, the sound navigation and ranging (SONAR) technology are used for capturing /images as a part of digital technology in the medical imaging process.
Based on the optical imaging industry insights, the Americas accounted for the maximum market share during 2016 and will continue to dominate the market until the end of 2021. One of the major factors responsible for the increasing number of installations of optical imaging systems is the continual demand from North America that holds the largest market share in the region. Also, according to the industry research report, the adoption rate of optical imaging systems in the US clinics and operating rooms is witnessed to be very high. Moreover, the rate of adoption of these devices is high because they are cost-effectiveness and have non-invasive nature. Furthermore, the developing public-private partnerships would reduce the overall healthcare expenditure, which would boost the influx of end users and accelerate the market’s growth opportunities during the forecasted period.
Competitive landscape and key vendors
The global optical imaging market is still in its nascent stage, and the competitive environment of the market is highly intense. According to the market and research analysis, the competition in the market is expected to strengthen further due to the presence of various software and accessories provider companies. Also, these vendors compete against each other based on factors such as competitive pricing, product differentiation, technology and imaging software up gradation, online and on-site servicing, PPPs.
Key vendors in this market are -
- St. Jude Medical
- ZEISS
- TOPCON
- Leica Microsystems
Other prominent vendors in the market include Bruker, Canon, Edmund Optics, Electro-Optical Imaging, Headwall Photonics, Medtronic, Michelson Diagnostics, Miltenyi Biotec, NinePoint Medical, OPTICAL IMAGING, PANalytical, Raytheon, SANTEC, Specim Spectral Imaging, Spectral Instruments Imaging, Telops, and TriFoil Imaging.
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Segmentation by product type and analysis of the optical imaging market
- Imaging systems
- Accessories
The imaging systems segment accounted for the largest market share during 2016 and will its dominance over the next few years. Some of the major factors responsible for the segment’s growth are its associated advantages such as disease diagnosis, prevention, and treatment using ultraviolet, infrared, and visible light.
Segmentation by application and analysis of the optical imaging market
- Ophthalmology
- Neurology
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Dentistry
- Cardiology
The ophthalmology segment accounted for the maximum market share during 2016 and will continue to dominate the market in the forthcoming years. One of the major factors responsible for this market segment’s growth is the continuous advancements in technology that have led to the development of innovative optical imaging devices to provide effective diagnosis and treatment options.
Key questions answered in the report include
- What will the optical imaging market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
- What are the key factors driving the global optical imaging market?
- What are the key optical imaging market trends impacting the growth of the market?
- What are the challenges to market growth?
- Who are the key vendors in the global optical imaging market?
- What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global optical imaging market?
- What are the trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA?
- What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global optical imaging market?
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Table of Contents
PART 01: Executive summary
PART 02: Scope of the report
- Market overview
- Top-vendor offerings
PART 03: Market research methodology
- Research methodology
- Economic indicators
PART 04: Introduction
PART 05: Market landscape
- Market overview
- Market size and forecast
- Five forces analysis
PART 06: Market segmentation by product type
- Imaging systems
- Accessories
PART 07: Market segmentation by technique
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Hyperspectral imaging
- Near-infrared spectroscopy
- Photoacoustic tomography
PART 08: Market segmentation by application
- Ophthalmology
- Neurology
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Dentistry
- Cardiology
PART 09: Market segmentation by end-users
- Hospitals and clinics
- Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
- Research laboratories
PART 10: Geographical segmentation
- Optical imaging market in Americas
- Optical imaging market in EMEA
- Optical imaging market in APAC
PART 11: Market drivers
- Increasing market penetration of digital technologies
- Rising incidence of skin, eyes, and neuro disorders
- Growing demand for diagnostic procedure accuracy
PART 12: Impact of drivers
PART 13: Market challenges
- Stringent regulatory challenges in drug discovery applications
- High investment and installation cost
- Lack of reimbursement policies
PART 14: Impact of drivers and challenges
PART 15: Market trends
- Rising demand for radiation free devices in oncology
- Transition toward cloud-based technologies
- Use of multi-brand optical imaging systems
PART 16: Vendor landscape
- Competitive landscape analysis
PART 17: Key vendor analysis
- St. Jude Medical
- ZEISS
- TOPCON
- Leica Microsystems (subsidiary of Danaher)
- Other prominent vendors
PART 18: Appendix
PART 19: Explore Technavio
Research Framework
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INFORMATION SOURCES
Primary sources
- Manufacturers and suppliers
- Channel partners
- Industry experts
- Strategic decision makers
Secondary sources
- Industry journals and periodicals
- Government data
- Financial reports of key industry players
- Historical data
- Press releases
DATA ANALYSIS
Data Synthesis
- Collation of data
- Estimation of key figures
- Analysis of derived insights
Data Validation
- Triangulation with data models
- Reference against proprietary databases
- Corroboration with industry experts
REPORT WRITING
Qualitative
- Market drivers
- Market challenges
- Market trends
- Five forces analysis
Quantitative
- Market size and forecast
- Market segmentation
- Geographical insights
- Competitive landscape