Point of Care CT Imaging Systems Market Size, Share | 2032

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Point of Care CT Imaging Systems Market Outlook 2032 

The global point of care CT imaging systems market size was USD 271.6 Million in 2023 and is likely to reach USD 566.0 Million by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 8.5% during 2024–2032. The market growth is attributed to the ­­growing demand for early disease detection and increasing need for portable & user-friendly imaging solutions.

Point of care (POC) CT imaging equipment are portable computed tomography equipment used near the point of care to provide immediate diagnosis and therapy. These technologies allow for efficient imaging exactly where patients are treated. POC CT systems offer rapid diagnosis and imaging in critical care settings, expanding access to remote areas and resource-limited areas. They also improve workflow efficiency by automating tasks such as image analysis and report generation, freeing time of healthcare professionals for patient care.

These systems reduce the total cost of diagnosis, treatment, and installment, which is expected to fuel the market in the coming years. Furthermore, the usage of point-of-care CT imaging systems in clinics and hospitals is expanding in order to give quality care to patients at an affordable cost; additionally, this approach reduces the number of hospital visits, resulting in a reduction in patient treatment and diagnostic fees. All of these factors are contributing to the market expansion.

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Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Point of Care CT Imaging Systems Market

AI-powered features simplify POC CT operation, enabling less specialized healthcare staff to perform scans under supervision, especially in areas with limited radiology expertise. Additionally, AI-assisted image analysis enables remote interpretation by radiologists, expanding access to CT scans in remote areas where radiologists are not available. Moreover, cloud-based AI analysis is expected to reduce the cost of hardware and software for POC CT systems, making them increasingly affordable for small healthcare facilities.

Artificial intelligence streamlines workflows and improves efficiency by optimizing scanning protocols based on patient factors, providing real-time guidance during POC CT scans and expediting image analysis & interpretation. This results in improved image quality and reduced radiation dose, facilitating fast diagnosis and prompt treatment decisions.

Point of Care CT Imaging Systems Market Dynamics

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Major Drivers

Growing demand for early disease detection, due to increasing burden of chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and neurological conditions, is driving the market. POC CT systems with AI facilitate early diagnosis through rapid and accurate scans. These systems are particularly beneficial in remote areas or resource-limited settings where access to traditional CT scanners are limited. Additionally, the trend towards decentralized healthcare delivery models increases the need for portable and user-friendly imaging solutions such as POC CT systems.

Existing Restraints

High expense of POC-CT systems hampers the market. Initial acquisition, integration costs, and ongoing maintenance and training of these systems are challenging for hospitals and clinics in resource-limited settings. Regulatory approvals for AI-powered medical devices are complex and time-consuming, restraining the market. The evolving regulatory landscape requires adaptation to ensure patient safety and data privacy.

Emerging Opportunities

Increasing focus on accessibility and affordability leads to the creation of portable and compact POC CT systems, offering growth opportunities in the market. POC CT systems integrated with other diagnostic tools such as point-of-care blood tests provide increasingly comprehensive picture of the health status of a patient. Real-time data from POC CT scans transmitted for remote interpretation by specialists, improving access to expertise in remote locations.

Scope of the Point of Care CT Imaging Systems Market Report

The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Point of Care CT Imaging Systems Market Segment Insights

Product Segment Analysis

Based on product, the point of care CT imaging systems market is bifurcated into compact POC CT scanner and full-sized POC CT scanner. The full-sized POC CT scanner segment dominated the global market in 2023, owing to its high-quality diagnostic procedures. The high power of this scanner is increasing its demand for complex disease diagnosis, driving the segment. Full-sized POC CT scanners use X-rays and advanced algorithms to generate detailed 3D images of the body's internal structures, aiding in diagnosing various medical conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and traumatic injuries. Their speed and high-quality diagnostic images, particularly in emergencies, contribute in fueling the segment.

The compact POC CT scanner segment is anticipated to expand at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period, owing to its portability and compact size. Advancements in technology such as light weight and compact scanners to produce 3D images to easily scan the disease are propelling the segment. Additionally, compact POC CT scanners are essential for emergency diagnosis and treatment in remote or underserved healthcare settings, which are driving the segment.

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Application Segment Analysis

On the basis of application, the global market is segregated into musculoskeletal, neurology, and respiratory. The neurology segment is anticipated to register a considerable CAGR in 2023 owing to the detailed brain and nervous system imaging. Point-of-care CT imaging systems are used in neurology to diagnose and monitor stroke, traumatic brain injury, and brain tumors. They provide high-resolution images, enabling healthcare providers to diagnose and treat these conditions quickly. These compact and portable systems are particularly useful in remote or underserved areas, contributing to the development of the neurology segment.

The respiratory segment is projected to register a robust growth rate during the assessment years, due to the increasing demand for CT scans in chronic respiratory conditions. Increasing number of product launch by market players in detection of respiratory disease is boosting the segment. For instance,

• In 2020, Xoran Technologies announced the launch of point of care computed tomography imaging devices providing instant care.

End-user Segment Analysis

On the basis of end-user, the point of care CT imaging systems market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and radiology centers. The hospital segment is expected to register a robust growth rate in 2023, due to the growing use of these devices in operating rooms and intensive care units. The sufficient space of keeping a full-sized point of care CT imaging devices in hospitals is driving the segment. Additionally, the increasing rate of hospitalization, due to neurological and respiratory disease is fueling the segment.

Furthermore,  point-of-care CT imaging systems are expected to become increasingly important in the hospital setting as technology advances, providing healthcare providers with advanced diagnostic capabilities that are anticipated to improve patient outcomes and quality of care, thereby driving the hospitals segment.

The ambulatory surgery centers segment is expected to expand at a significant growth rate over the projection period, owing to the increasing use of compact and portable devices. The growing transportation of advanced devices are propelling the segment. Furthermore, point-of-care CT imaging equipment are an effective cost-cutting tool for ASCs. ASCs saves money and time by delivering high-quality in-house imaging instead of transferring patients to bigger medical institutions for imaging. This assist to lower healthcare costs, increase patient happiness, and hence expected to drive the segment over the predicted period.

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Regional Analysis

In terms of region, the global point of care CT imaging systems market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period, owing to high-quality infrastructure across the region. The increasing number of product launch in POC CT imaging is propelling the regional market. Moreover, the key players are contributing a large revenue in the regional market by launching advanced technologies. For instance,

• In 2021, Siemens Healthineers launched the first CT scanner across the globe, NAEOTOM Alpha, with photon-counting technology, which cleared for clinical use in the US and Europe. More than 20 systems were installed and 8000 patients were scanned with over 500 patents filed related to photon-counting since its launch.

The market in Europe is projected to grow at a significant pace in the coming years, owing to well-developed healthcare infrastructure. Growing acceptance of AI-powered medical devices is boosting the regional market. Additionally, the increasing government support for innovation in medical technology is boosting the regional market substantially. Growing geriatric population is driving the demand for advanced diagnostic tools, propelling the market in Europe.

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