Friday, 17 January 2020

Electronic Pill Market 2019 Global Industry Trends, Statistics, Size, Share, Growth Factors, Emerging Technologies, Regional Analysis, Competitive Landscape Forecast to 2023

Global Electronic Pill Market Research Report, By Application (Capsule Endoscopy, Drug Delivery), Target Area (Oesophagus, Stomach), Parts (Biocompatible Capsule Encasing Microsensors), End-User (Diagnostics Centers, Hospitals) – Global Forecast Till 2023
Market Scenario
Electronic pills are equipped with sensors and cameras which allow capturing of several images of the gastrointestinal tract. They are used for diagnostic purposes and are increasingly replacing traditional diagnostic methods. It further monitors various parameters such as temperature, conductivity, pH, and dissolved oxygen. Market Research Future (MRFR) has thoroughly studied the trends and patterns governing the global electronic pills market over the forecast period of 2018-2023 in a detailed study. MRFR projects a CAGR of 15% within the electronic pills market over the forecast period.
Towering prevalence of gastrointestinal disorders has driven the market for electronic pills. Electronic pills alleviate tedious and painful diagnostic procedures such as colonoscopy and endoscopy and provide accurate results without much discomfort to the patient. Surging cases of stomach cancer coupled with increasing preference for minimally invasive medical procedures is likely to augment the growth of the electronic pills market. Healthcare professionals are increasingly adopting theses pills as they facilitate on-site diagnosis. Other factors which contribute to the growth of the market include improving reimbursement scenario and rise in global geriatric population who are more susceptible to various chronic diseases. Additionally, capsule endoscopy has gained widespread adoption as a non-invasive diagnostic method which is likely to fuel the growth of the market over the forecast period. On the contrary, the growth of the electronic pills market can be impeded by factors such as lack of awareness, capsule retention, and bowel obstruction. Moreover, high costs aligned with electronic pills and regulatory restrictions are anticipated to hinder the growth of the market.
Segmentation
The global electronic pill market has been segmented based on application, target area, part, and end user.
By application, the electronic pill market has been segmented into capsule endoscopy, drug delivery, and patient monitoring.
By target area, the electronic pill market has been segmented into oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
By part, the electronic pill market has been segmented into biocompatible capsule encasing microsensors, control chip, radio transmitter and power source.
By end user, the electronic pill market has been segmented into Hospitals, diagnostic centers, clinical research organizations, and medical centers.
Regional Analysis
By region, the electronic pill market has been segmented into the Americas, Asia Pacific (APAC), Europe, and the Middle East & Africa (MEA).
In 2017, the global electronic pill market was led by the Americas. The dominance of the Americas market can be attributed to the surging prevalence of gastrointestinal diseases, vigorous R&D activities and fast uptake of the latest technologies in the region.
Europe follows the Americas closely and is estimated to showcase substantial growth over the forecast period. Escalating cases of gastric cancer and high demand for diagnostics services is fuelling the growth of the market.
The APAC electronic market is likely to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period. The growth of the market can be attributed to increasing patient population, growing medical tourism in the region, and extensive R&D activities and high investment by the governments in the region create a conducive environment for the growth of the market.
The MEA market accounts for the least share of the electronic pill market. The growth of the market might be restrained by stringent government policies and poor economic conditions.
Competitive Landscape
Medtronic, JINSHAN Science & Technology, Medimetrics (Mexico), Medisafe, CapsoVision, Inc. (US), Given Imaging Ltd. (Israel), (Bio-Images Drug Delivery) BDD LTD (UK), Proteus Digital Health (US), Olympus Corporation, and INTROMEDIC are the distinguished players in the electronic pill market.
Industry Updates
February 2019 - a new electronic pill equipped with Wi-Fi transmitter has been developed which is capable of harvesting energy from inside a patient's stomach and record core body temperature and then send data to an external monitor.
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Immunofluorescence Assay Market significant CAGR to be Achieved by Worldwide Major Vendors, Recent Trends and Forecast till 2023

Global Immunofluorescence Assay Market Research Report, by Technique (Primary, Secondary), by Product Type (Antibodies, Kits), by Application (Clinical research), End-User (Clinical Diagnostics, Hospitals & Research Institutes) - Global Forecast Till 2023

Market Scenario
The growing prevalence of chronic and infectious diseases increase in research and development activities, growing government investments for R&D activities, increased need for rapid and sensitive diagnostics, and adoption of technologically advanced systems are the key factors for the market to grow. However, factors such as, expensive diagnostic kits, chances of cross contaminations, shortage of skilled labor and weak detection signals are expected to restrict the market growth during the forecast period.
The Global Immunofluorescence Assays Market is expected to reach an approximate CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period.
According to National Institutes of Health (2012), autoimmune diseases are most prevalent among other diseases, and 23.5 million people in America suffer from autoimmune diseases, whereas 9 million people have cancer. Furthermore, according to Alzheimer's Association in 2018, 5.7 million Americans are affected by Alzheimer’s disease.  Thus, such high incidence of autoimmune and neurological diseases and increasing government funding enhances the growth in this market. Also, growing demand for rapid and precise measurement of biomolecules, increased use of Immunofluorescence Assay for diagnostic and research purposes, increased R&D activities and advanced technology are the key factors for the market to grow.
However, factors such as expensive diagnostic kits, chances of cross contaminations, shortage of skilled labor and weak detection signals are expected to restrict the market growth during the forecast period.
Key Players
Some of the key players for the global Immunofluorescence Assay market are Abcam plc, Thermo Fisher Scientific, BioLegend, Inc., Enzo Life Sciences, Inc., Sino Biological Inc.,BioTek Instruments,Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Zyagen, Cell Signaling Technology, Inc., PerkinElmer Inc. Becton Dickinson and Company , Merck , Agilent Technologies , TCS Biosciences Ltd, Maxvision Biosciences Inc. and Others.
Segmentation
The global immunofluorescence assay market is segmented on the basis of technique, product type, application and end user. The immunofluorescence assay market, by technique is sub segmented into primary (direct) immunofluorescence assays, secondary (indirect) immunofluorescence assays, and micro immunofluorescence. Secondary (indirect) immunofluorescence assays category includes salt split technique, antigenic mapping method and double staining method. On the basis of product type, the market is categorized into antibodies, kits and reagents, instruments, labelling dyes and species type. Instruments is further sub segmented into microscopes and imaging analysis systems. The application segment includes clinical research, clinical diagnostics, research & development. Clinical diagnostics segment is categorized into infectious diseases, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, autoimmune diseases, neurological diseases. On the basis of end-user, the market is segmented into biotechnology companies, hospitals & research institutes, contract research organizations and diagnostic centers.
Regional Market Summary
The Immunofluorescence Assay market is dominated by North America owing to the high prevalence of chronic diseases and high R&D investments within this region stimulate market growth. According to the U.S. Investments in Medical and Health Research and Development in 2016, the United States invested total $171.8 billion in medical and health R&D and the investment increased by 20.6% from 2013 to 2016. Also, the rising adoption of technologically advanced systems for early diagnosis of diseases drives the market growth in this region.
It is estimated that Europe stood second in the global Immunofluorescence Assay market. Rising prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer is driving the growth of this market in Europe. According to the Eurostat in 2014, 272 thousand people deaths were due to lung cancer. Thus, increasing prevalence of cancer in Europe drives the market growth. Furthermore, rapidly growing biotechnology sector in Europe is expected to boost the market in this region.
Asia Pacific was projected to be the fastest growing region for the global Immunofluorescence Assay market. Key factors such as growing patient pool, high incidence of chronic diseases, developing healthcare infrastructure and increasing research & development activities in biotechnology sector influences the market in this region. Also, the presence of major market players China, India, and Japan drive the market growth.
The Middle East and Africa holds the least share in the global Immunofluorescence Assay market due to the presence of stringent government policies and poor economies. However, growing awareness among the population and high investments by private market players in this region can boost the market growth. 

Coronary Stent Market Rapidly Growing in Healthcare, Competitor Analysis, Complete Study of Current Trends and Forecast 2019-2023

Coronary Stent Market Research Report: By Type (Bare-Metal Stents, Drug-Eluting Stents, and Bio Absorbable Stents), by Mode of Delivery (Balloon-Expandable Stents and Self-Expanding Stents), by End-User (Hospitals & Clinics) - Global Forecast Till 2023
Synopsis of the Global Coronary Stent Market
The global coronary stents market is projected to touch USD 9,382.63 million at a stupendous 7.81% CAGR over the predicted years (2018-2023). Coronary stents are utilized in angioplasty for making cross-section of blood vessels wider. The stent will reduce the chest pain along with recovering survivability during acute myocardial infarction. Coronary stents are used for treating cardiac diseases namely coronary artery disease, angina pain and myocardial infarction.
There are many factors that is driving the growth of the coronary stents market. Some of these factors as per the Market Research Future (MRFR) report include increasing prevalence of CAD (coronary artery disease, innovations in coronary stents, increase in research and development of coronary stems, untapped emerging countries offering new market opportunities, lifestyle change diseases, increasing geriatric population, profound increase in healthcare coverage, advanced medical technologies, development of ICT (information and communication technology) and increase in government investment. On the contrary, factors such as high expenditure of procedures related to coronary stents coupled with accessibility of substitutes for CAD treatment is likely to hinder the growth of the coronary stents market. 
Market Segmentation
Market Research Future report offers an all-inclusive segmental analysis of the coronary stents market on the basis of products and end user.
Based on products, it is segmented into Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffolds, Bare Metal Stents and Drug Eluting Stents. Of these, drug eluting stent is expected to lead the market during the predicted years owing to its increasing acceptance in better patient compliance, angioplasty procedures in comparison to bare metal stents. The bioresorbable stents is expected to expand at the fastest pace.
Based on end users, the coronary stents market is segmented into specialty centers, ambulatory surgical centers, hospitals and clinics and others. Of these, hospitals and clinics will have the maximum market share during the predicted years. This will be followed by the ambulatory surgical centers which will expand at the fastest rate.
Regional Analysis
Based on region, the coronary stents market covers growth opportunities and latest trends across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East and Africa. Of these, North America will have a lion’s share in the market due to increasing cases of cardiovascular diseases mainly coronary artery disease, arterial blockage, cardiac arrythmia to name a few. Availability of advanced treatment methods and better therapeutic approaches has affected the growth of the market in this region in a positive way. The other factors that is driving the growth of the coronary stents market here include high disposable income, increasing medical awareness among the people here and existence of leading medical device manufacturers in this region. The coronary stents market in Europe holds the second largest share owing to the increasing support by the government for device manufacturers. Also, expansion of the companies geographically has resulted in a broader reach of medical services and products that has brought tremendous change with regards to acceptance as well as implementation of novel procedures and products. The coronary stents market in the APAC region experienced a huge growth due to the increasing development in the medical domain in the developing countries such as China and India. Besides, increasing medical device companies here, increasing research and development expenditure and increasing funding made by the government has resulted in its fastest growth. On the other hand, the coronary stents market in the Middle East and Africa is expected to have minimal growth opportunities.
Competitive Analysis
The coronary stents market is fragmented and highly competitive. The leading companies which have used strategies such as strategic alliances and mergers and acquisitions have gained a competitive advantage. Besides companies are highly focused to create products that are technologically advanced and deliver efficiency and greater accuracy.
Key Players
Leading players profiled in the coronary stents market include Terumo Corporation, Stentys SA, MicroPort Scientific Corporation, Meril Life Sciences, Medtronic plc, Elixir Medical Corporation, Cook Medical, R. Bard, Inc., Boston Scientific Corporation, Biotronik SE & Co. KG, and Abbott, B. Braun Melsungen AG.
Feb 2019- Biotronik has received approval from the FDA on its Ultrathin Orsiro Stent to treat coronary artery disease. This coronary stent will offer a novel treatment option to healthcare providers that will help in sealing the perforation to prevent blood leakage at the time of the procedure as well as avoid higher invasive surgical procedure or life-threatening complication.

Glioma Diagnosis and Treatment Market Rapidly Growing in Healthcare, Competitor Analysis, Complete Study of Current Trends and Forecast 2019-2023

Glioma Diagnosis and Treatment Market: By Type (Primary, Secondary) Diagnosis (CT, MRI) Treatment (Surgery, Chemotherapy), Grade (Low, High, Recurrent), Location (Supratentorial, Infratentorial), End-User (Hospitals & Clinics) – Global Forecast Till 2023
Market Scenario
A Glioma is a type of tumor that originates in the brain and is also known as a primary brain tumor. There are numerous types of gliomas which are entitled based on the origin of the cell type including oligodendrogliomas, astrocytoma, ependymomas, and glioblastoma. Nearly 33 percent of all brain tumors are gliomas. These originate in glial cells surrounding the neurons in the brain.
Global Glioma Diagnosis and Treatment market is expected to grow at a CAGR of approximately 10.1% during the forecast period, 2017–2023.
According to the American Brain Tumor Association, more than 79,000 new cases of primary brain tumors were diagnosed in 2017 with 24.7% of those being gliomas.
Brain tumors are one of the prominent causes of cancer among children and teenagers. Glioma is the most common type of brain tumor which accounts for approximately half of all the astrocytoma. The increasing occurrence of glioblastoma over the years is responsible for the growth of the glioma diagnosis and treatment market. The upcoming drug launches and developments in research are instrumental for the growth of the market. In addition, the current unmet need is expected to drive the gliomas industry over the forecast period. Changing financial demands and access to healthcare facilities are some of the factors that are constraining the market growth.
Astrocytoma is the most common types of glioma diagnosed worldwide, as more than 30% of all the diagnosed cases with brain tumors are astrocytoma. These types of tumors are not curable as they spread easily through normal brain tissue. The American Brain Tumor Association has evaluated that around 7% of all the primary brain tumors represent astrocytoma.
The expanding market for the treatment of brain cancer-associated symptoms, the increasing prevalence of brain cancer, and innovations in drug delivery to brain cancer cells are some of the key factors augmenting the demand in the global glioma diagnosis and treatment market. Furthermore, the introduction of novel therapies coupled with various organizations generating awareness and increasing geriatric population are factors driving the growth of the global glioma diagnosis and treatment market.
Key Players
Some of the key players in the global glioma diagnosis and treatment market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.), Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (India), Sigma-Aldrich Co. (U.S.), Pfizer Inc. (U.S.), Taj Pharmaceuticals Limited (India), Novartis International AG (Switzerland), Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Israel), GE Healthcare (U.S.), Siemens Healthineers (U.S.), Philips Healthcare (U.S.), Shimadzu Corporation (Japan), Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (Japan), Merck & Co., Inc. (U.S.), F. Hoffmann-Le Roche AG (Switerland), Arbor Pharmaceuticals, LLC (U.S.), Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Ltd. (India), Amneal Pharmaceuticals. LLC (U.S.), AstraZeneca (UK), Carestream Health (U.S.), Hitachi Medical Corporation (U.S.), and others.
Segmentation
Geographically, the Americas glioma diagnosis and treatment market is segmented into two major regions, namely, North America and South America.
North America accounted for the largest share of the global gliomas industry in 2016, and the trend is expected to continue over the projected period. Moreover, it is anticipated that about 80,000 new cases will be registered related to brain tumors in the year 2017 which includes 26,000 primary malignant brain tumors.
The Americas glioma diagnosis and treatment market is segmented on the basis of type, diagnosis, treatment, grade, location, and end-user.
Regional Analysis
The global glioma diagnosis and treatment market consist of four major regions, namely, the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa.
Growing medical tourism and prevalence of metastatic tumors that require surgical procedures are favoring the growth of the market in the Middle East and Africa. In addition, the development of drug delivery technologies, a combination of modern diagnostic techniques, and increasing awareness of various types of brain tumors are similarly supporting the growth of this market.
The Americas dominates the market owing to the key players domiciled in these regions coupled with the increasing incidences of brain tumor, rising awareness among people, and increasing healthcare expenditure. Brain tumor is the third most common types of cancer in adults in North America. According to the North American Brain Tumor Coalition over 44,500 people in the U.S. were diagnosed with a primary tumor in the brain in 2014. Thus, the increasing incidences of primary brain tumor support the growth of the malignant glioma treatment in North America.  
Asia Pacific is estimated to be the most lucrative market for gliomas due to the increasing occurrence of brain tumors in Asia Pacific countries such as China and others. The growth in the Asian market is fueled by the expanding healthcare infrastructure and presence of untapped market opportunities in this region. This region is considered as an emerging market owing to the increasing number of manufacturers coupled with the increasing market penetration.

Neuroendoscopy Industry Overview, Trends and Market Growth Analysis Research Report 2023

Global Neuroendoscopy Market Research Report, by Product (Rigid, Flexible Neuroendoscopes), by Application (Transnasal, Intraventricular, Transcranial Neuroendoscopy), by Usability (Reusable, Disposable), End-User (Hospitals) – Global Forecast Till 2023
Market Scenario:
Neuroendoscopy is characterized as a minimally-invasive surgical procedure which is extensively utilized to remove tumors. The excision occurs via small holes present in the skull, i.e., through the mouth or nose. In neuroendoscopy procedures, a small telescopic device equipped with a high-resolution video camera and an eyepiece is used. This gives the neurosurgeons, an ability to navigate and effectively access the parts of the brain that could not be addressed by traditional surgery. Some of the other advantages of neuroendoscopy include fast recovery, minimal scarring, and others.
The increasing prevalence of brain tumors is a major driver for the market growth. According to a study published by the Neuro-Oncology Journal in 2015, the global incidence rate for all types of brain tumors was estimated to be about 10.82 per 100 000 persons.
The increasing prevalence of brain tumors, increasing demand for minimally invasive surgical procedures, growing geriatric population, and favorable reimbursement policies are estimated to drive the global neuroendoscopy market, during the forecast period. However, a dearth of physicians and the high cost of neuroendoscopy procedures and equipment are projected to restrain the market growth during the forecast period.
Global Neuroendoscopy Market is expected to grow at an approximate CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period.
According to the National Institute of Health in 2016, the global geriatric population is estimated to be more than triple from 2015 to 2050, i.e., it is projected to grow from 126.5 in 2015 million and reach 446.6 million by 2050. However, a shortage of physicians and high cost for neuroendoscopy procedures and equipment are projected to restrain the market growth during the forecast period. The Association of American Medical Colleges in 2016 stated that the demand for physicians continued to grow at a higher rate, exceeding the supply. The projected total physician shortfall by 2025 is estimated to be in between 61,700 and 94,700.
Key players
The key players in the global neuroendoscopy market are KARL STORZ (Germany), B. Braun (Germany), Ackermann Instrumente (Germany), Adeor Medical (Germany), Hangzhou Hawk Optical Electronic Instruments (China), Machida Endoscope (Japan), Tonglu Wanhe Medical Instrument (China), Schindler Endoskopie (Germany), Clarus Medical (U.S.), LocaMed (U.K), Visionsense Corporation (U.S.), Olympus Corporation (Japan), Zeiss International (Germany), Stryker (U.S.), Medtronic (U.S.), and others.
Segmentation
The global Neuroendoscopy market is segmented on the basis of product, application, usability, and end-user.
On the basis of products, the market is segmented into rigid neuroendoscopes and flexible neuroendoscopes. The rigid neuroendoscopes segment is sub-segmented into rigid video scopes and rigid fiberscopes. On the basis of application, the market is categorized into transnasal neuroendoscopy, intraventricular neuroendoscopy, and transcranial neuro-endoscopy. On the basis of usability, the market is segmented into reusable neuroendoscopes and disposable neuroendoscopes. On the basis of end-users, the market is segmented into hospitals, clinics, medical research centers, and others.
Regional Analysis
The Americas dominates the global neuroendoscopy market. Factors such as the increasing prevalence of brain tumors, the presence of a well-developed healthcare sector, and huge health care expenditures within the region drive the market growth within the region. Moreover, the presence of key players such as Stryker and Medtronic, besides others and the growing geriatric population within the region fuel the market growth.
Europe stands second in the global neuroendoscopy market due to the increasing demand for minimally invasive surgeries, rising availability of funds for research and development, and a huge patient population. According to the Cancer Research U.K., the total number of new cases for brain tumor was estimated to be about 11,432 in 2015.  
Followed by Europe, Asia Pacific stands third in the global neuroendoscopy market. Moreover, the region is projected to be the fastest growing region in the global market. This can be attributed to the presence of developing economies such as China, growing patient population, developing healthcare sector, and increasing per capita healthcare expenditures. Additionally, favorable government policies support the market growth. Medical tourism and rising geriatric population are estimated to fuel the market growth. According to the Indian Brand Equity Foundation, the medical tourism industry in India is estimated to grow rapidly and reach USD 9 billion by 2020.
The Middle East and Africa holds the least share in the global neuroendoscopy market due to the presence of poor economies, stringent government policies, lack of awareness, low per capita income, and poor availability of healthcare services, especially within the African region. A majority of the neuroendoscopy market within the region is held by the Middle East due to the presence of a well-developed healthcare sector and huge healthcare expenditure.

Picture Archiving and Communications Systems Market Rapidly Growing in Healthcare, Competitor Analysis, Complete Study of Current Trends and Forecast 2019-2023

Market Research Future with their unique quality of simplifying the market research study, announces a deep study report on “Picture Archiving and Communications Systems Market Research Report - Forecast to 2023” Gives industry size, top players and worldwide demand
Market Synopsis of Global Picture Archiving and Communications Systems Market:
Market Scenario:
Radiology imaging solutions have generated a significant return on its healthcare IT investment by implementing Exa’s Voice Recognition in place of traditional transcriptionists, and their productivity has increased by 400%.           
Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) is a modality of the medical imaging technology used specifically for image transmission from the site of image acquisition to other locations. The technology is convenient to access multiple modalities such as radiographs, CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, and others.
It is noted that the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and the growing geriatric population are the key factors driving the PACS market. The increasing burden of chronic diseases has been observed in different parts of the world. Population in the low socio-economic group is mostly found to get affected by these chronic diseases. According to the report published in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2017, nearly 92.1 million adults are dealing with at least one type of cardiovascular disease. The prevalence of type-2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases has increased rapidly in the recent years, suggested by a study published in the BMC Public Health in 2017.
Various other factors such as supportive investments and funds provided by government and private bodies, rising demand for early diagnosis, technological advancements in the medical imaging devices, rising incidence of cancer, improving regulatory framework, growing research funding, unmet medical needs, rising competition among market players, and increasing government assistance are continuously contributing to the growth of the global PACS market.
Despite these drivers, there are some issues associated with the PACS market. The high cost associated with the technology, lack of healthcare insurance, lack of awareness, and poor healthcare system in low- and middle-income countries may hamper the growth of the market.
It is estimated that the Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market is expected to grow at a CAGR 7.0% during the forecast period of 2017–2023.
Key Players
Some of the key players in the global Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market are Advanced Data Systems, Agfa-Gevaert N.V., Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc., ALTA VISTA TELERADIOLOGY, Argus Radiology, Avreo, Inc., Brit Systems, Comarch SA, Cybernet Medical Corporation, FujiFilm Medical Systems, GE Healthcare, Global Diagnostics, INFINITT Healthcare, Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas Inc., McKesson Corporation,Inc., ONRAD, Inc., Pacshealth, LLC, PERFECT IMAGING, LLC, RamSoft, Inc., Radiology Imaging Solutions, Scimage, Inc., Sectra Imtec AB, Sectra Imtec AB, Siemens Healthineers, Singular Medical Technologies, StatRad, LLC, Telediagnostics Services Pvt. Ltd., Telerad Tech Private Limited, Virtual Radiology (vRAD), and others
Segmentation
The global Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market is segmented on the basis of type, component, imaging type, delivery mode, and end-user.
On the basis of the type of imaging type, the market is classified as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT), nuclear imaging, X-ray, and ultrasound.
On the basis of end-user, the market is classified as hospitals and clinics, healthcare centers, imaging centers, diagnostic centers, clinical research institutions, and others.
On the basis of delivery mode, the market is classified as cloud-based (SAAS) delivery mode, web-hosted (On-Demand) delivery mode, and on-premise mode.
On the basis of type, the market is classified as oncology PACS, cardiology PACS, dental PACS, orthopedics PACS, and others.
On the basis of components, the market is classified as hardware, software, and services. The hardware segment is further classified as access devices, peripherals, servers, storage devices, and networking devices. The services segment is further classified as consulting, implementation services, post-sales and maintenance services, and training services.
Regional Analysis
Asia Pacific is the fastest growing Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market owing to a huge patient pool, increasing demand for diagnosis, and development in the healthcare IT sector. According to IBEF, the Healthcare Information Technology (IT) market was valued at USD 1 billion in 2016 which is estimated to grow 1.5 times by 2020.
The Americas dominates the Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market owing to the rising demand for early diagnosis, rising prevalence of chronic diseases, well-developed technology, high healthcare expenditure, and the presence of leading players. Owing to the rising demand for imaging devices, various market players are coming up with advanced technology. For instance, on March 26, 2018, Singular Medical Technologies (SMT), the U.S. based technology company announced two new additions to its PACStation suite of products. The PACStation-GO is a fully functional reading workstation, with two full-size diagnostic monitors and is completely portable.
Europe holds the second position in the Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market. It is expected that the funding towards research and development expenditure and increasing competition among marketers are likely to drive the European market.
The Middle East and Africa holds the lowest share of the global Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS) market due to low development, lack of technical knowledge, and poor medical facilities.
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Acute Sinusitis Market significant CAGR to be Achieved by Worldwide Major Vendors, Recent Trends and Forecast till 2023

Acute Sinusitis Market Information: By Diagnosis (Nasal Endoscopy, Imaging Test, Laboratory Test, Allergy Testing), Treatment (Saline Nasal Spray, Nasal Corticosteroids, Decongestants, OTC Pain Relievers), End-User (Hospitals)- Global Forecast Till 2023
Synopsis of the Global Acute Sinusitis Market
The Acute Sinusitis Market is mainly driven by the increasing prevalence of sinusitis across the globe and the increasing demand for diagnostic services. Additionally, technologically advancement and development in healthcare are also the factors driving the market growth. However, there is a need to create awareness about the disease and its diagnosis, especially, in the developing countries.
Also known as acute rhinosinusitis, acute sinusitis causes inflammation and swelling of cavities around the nasal passage. It is mostly caused by the common cold. Nasal obstruction, drainage of a thick, yellow or greenish discharge and pain, tenderness, and swelling around the nose, eyes, and forehead are the major symptoms of acute sinusitis. Other symptoms of the disease are ear pressure, bad breath, headache, cough, aching in your upper jaw and teeth, fatigue, and fever. The complications due to acute sinusitis are found to be less common. However, chronic sinusitis, meningitis, partial or complete loss of sense of smell, and vision problems are some of the major complications.
Global acute sinusitis market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period.
Key Players       
Some of the key players in this market are Sanofi (France), Abbott (U.S.), Bayer AG (U.S.), Eli Lilly and Company (U.S.), Bristol-Myers Squibb (U.S.), Merck & Co, Inc. (U.S.), AstraZeneca Plc (U.K), Reddy’s Lab (India), Novartis AG (Germany), and others.
Segmentation                                                                                                                                            
The global acute sinusitis market is segmented on the basis of diagnosis, treatment, and end-user.
On the basis of diagnosis, the market is segmented into nasal endoscopy, imaging tests, laboratory tests, and allergy testing. Imaging tests are further segmented into CT scan and MRI.
On the basis of treatment, the market is segmented into saline nasal spray, nasal corticosteroids, decongestant, OTC pain relievers, allergy shots, antibiotics, and others.
On the basis of end-user, the market is segmented into hospitals and clinics, research centers, and others.
Regional Analysis
The Americas leads the global acute sinusitis market with North America being the largest. The rising prevalence of chronic diseases in the U.S. and technological advancements in diagnostic testing fuel the growth of the market in North America. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the U.S., 29.4 million people suffer from acute sinusitis. Additionally, there is an increase in the direct spending by the U.S. population for sinusitis management including medications, outpatient and emergency department visits, and ancillary tests and procedures.
Europe is the second largest market for acute sinusitis. The increasing demand for laboratory test and allergy testing, with an increase in various types of laboratory testing fuel the growth of the market. Furthermore, there are various other factors driving the growth of the market such as increasing focus on diagnostic testing for both acute and chronic illnesses and increasing expenditure on research and development activities by countries such as Germany, France and the U.K. Additionally, the increasing focus on development of innovative technologies and overall growth of healthcare diagnostics in this region also contribute to the growth of the market.
The Asia Pacific acute sinusitis market is expected to exhibit a huge growth potential which is mainly driven by the increasing awareness about acute sinusitis and the increasing demand for a skin test for its diagnosis. Furthermore, the increasing demand for laboratory testing devices and a huge development in the medical device sector fuel the growth of the market in this region. Additionally, the market is also driven by the increasing focus of key players on targeting major geographies in Asia Pacific such as India, Australia, and the Republic of Korea. Additionally, the increasing number of patients suffering from acute sinusitis and the availability of various treatment options for the disease drive the growth of the market.  India, China, and Japan are the major contributors to the growth of the market due to an increase in the number of healthcare institutes such as hospitals and clinics and availability of skilled workforce.
In the Middle East, the market is mainly driven by the increasing importance of diagnosis and treatment for sinusitis and the growth of the healthcare industry in countries such as the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) and Saudi Arabia. In Africa, the demand for primary care services and the increasing prevalence of acute and chronic diseases are the major factors driving the market growth.