Thursday, 9 April 2020

Global Palliative Care Market 2020 – Investment Strategy, Outlook and Key Development till 2023

Global Palliative Care Market, Type (Private Resident Care, Hospital Inpatient Care, Nursing Home and Residential Facility Center, and Others), by Application (Cancer, Kidney Failure, and Others), by End-User (Hospitals, Palliative Care Centers, and Others) Forecast to 2023
Market Scenario 
Palliative care helps to improve the quality of life of patients and their families facing the problems of serious illness. The main focus of Palliative care is to provide relief from symptoms and stress of a serious illness. Their main goal is to improve the quality of life for both the patient and the family. Palliative care treats people living with a serious illness such as cancer, cardiac diseases such as congestive heath failure, kidney failure, Alzheimer’s and many more. It improves the quality of life of the patient and supports the primary physician, patient, and family. In last 15 years, the Palliative care market has a stunning growth and the factors that have led to the growth of this market are growing the aging population, increase in chronic life-threatening disease, initiative taken by the government and non- profit organization, and rise in government funding.  
Global Palliative Care market is expected to grow during the forecast period at a CAGR ~8.1 %.
Increasing incidence of diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular and infective disease are some of the drivers responsible for the global palliative care market growth. Other factors such as a growing number of palliative care centers worldwide, expanding aging demographics, increasing number of qualified physicians for palliative care are responsible for the rise in the global palliative market. The main object of palliative care is to enhance personal satisfaction for both the patient and family. This palliative care can be provided at any age and at any phase in a genuine ailment and can be furnished alongside remedial treatment.
However, the high cost of treatment, misuse of funding and lack of awareness are some of the factors which are hampering the growth of the market during the forecast period.
But the high cost of treatment, less private or public funding to hospital facilities and other medical centers can be a major restraint for the growth of the global palliative care market trends.
Key Players
  • Vitas Healthcare Corporation
  • Skilled Healthcare Group Incorporated
  • Sunrise Senior Living LLC
  • Kindred Healthcare Incorporated
  • Gentiva Health Services Incorporated
  • Home Instead Senior Care Incorporated
  • Amedisys Incorporated
  • Genesis HealthCare Corporation
Segmentation
The Global Palliative Care Market is segmented into types such as private residence care, hospice inpatient care, hospital inpatient care, nursing home and residential facility care and others. On the basis of application, the market is further segmented into cancer, cardiac diseases such as congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), kidney failure, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and many more. On basis of end-user, the market is further segmented into hospitals, home care settings, palliative care centers, long-term care centers & rehabilitation centers.
Regional Analysis
In terms of market value, North America will dominate the Palliative care market during the forecast period. Increasing incidences of life-threatening illness such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, kidney failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and many more are some of the factors which are responsible for the growth of the market during the forecast period. In 2015 on average 90 % of US hospitals containing 300 beds or more provide Palliative care services to their patients. This has led to the growth of the market in coming years. The European market is expected to be the second-largest Palliative care market. The market growth in this region can be attributed to government funding and support of the healthcare sector coupled with increasing research and development. Moreover, a growing number of Palliative care centers worldwide, extending application for homecare, increasing number of qualified physicians for Palliative care center and expanding aging demographics are some of the factors responsible for the rise in the global Palliative care market. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing Palliative care market during the forecast period owing to the increasing prevalence of cardiac diseases, rising investments in healthcare, increasing geriatric population, and expansions by market players in the region. Asia-Pacific is giving the strong competition in the global Palliative care market by producing a cost-effective treatment that is high in demand in local as well as in the global market. The market in the Middle East and Africa is expected to account for the smallest share in the global Palliative care market due to the underdeveloped healthcare sector, lack of technical knowledge, and poor medical facilities.
The market has been segmented, by region, into the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. The Global Palliative Care Market in the Americas has further been segmented into North America and South America, with the North American market divided into the US and Canada. The European Global Palliative Care Market has been segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe. Western Europe has further been classified as Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Western Europe. The Global Palliative Care Market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into Japan, China, India, South Korea, Australia, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The Palliative care market in the Middle East and Africa has been segmented into the Middle East and Africa.

Colposcopy Market Global Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, And Forecast 2020 to 2023

Market Scenario
A colposcope is basically a surgical instrument similar to an electric microscope with a source of light that allows gynecologists to examine the vagina and cervix more clearly and under proper magnification. The rising prevalence of cervical cancer around the globe is the primary factor driving the growth of the colposcopy market.
For instance, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2017, cervical cancer is the second most reason for the death of women worldwide. Currently, awareness programmes are conducted by numerous NGOs focusing on health-related issues in women such as cervical cancer which will increase the demand for colposcopes.
The Global Colposcopy Market is expected to gain prominence over the forecast period (2018–2023). It is estimated that the global colposcopy market is expected to register a CAGR of ~6.8% during the forecast period, 2018–2023.
Despite these drivers, factors such as high installation cost of this device and lack of skilled clinical users to operate colposcopes are likely to restrain the growth of the market.
Company Profiles            
  • Carl Zeiss
  • Olympus Corporation
  • Danaher Corporation
  • Philips Healthcare
  • CooperSurgical
  • McKesson Corporation
  • DYSIS Medical
  • Atmos
  • Alliton
  • Seliga Microscopes
  • Karl Kaps
  • Bovie Medical
Segmentation
The global colposcopy market is segmented on the basis of instrument type, instrument portability, application, and end-users.
On the basis of instrument type, the market is classified into optical colposcopes and digital colposcopes.
On the basis of instrument portability, the market is classified into portable, fixed, and handheld.
On the basis of application, the market is classified as cervical cancer screening, physical examinations, and others.
On the basis of magnification type, the market is classified into fixed magnification and variable magnification
On the basis of end-user, the market is classified into hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, and others.
Geographically, the market has been segmented into the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. The American colposcopy market is further segmented into North America and South America. North America is further classified as the US and Canada.
The European colposcopy market is segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe. Western Europe is further classified as Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the Rest of Western Europe. 
The colposcopy market in Asia-Pacific is segmented into Japan, China, India, the Republic of Korea, Australia, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific.
The Middle Eastern and African colposcopy market is segmented into the Middle East and Africa.
Regional Market Summary
Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region in the market owing to the increasing cases of cervical cancer in the region, growing demand for cervical cancer screening, and rising healthcare expenditure in Asian countries. Additionally, according to a study published in the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2017, every year cervical cancer kills more than 250000 women, and 85% of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Furthermore, the rapid development of economies and increasing healthcare expenditure have fuelled the growth of the market.
The Americas is likely to dominate the global colposcopy market owing to technological advancements in colposcopes such as high-quality video and improved accuracy in detection. For instance, the American Cancer Society in 2018, estimated about 13,240 new cases of invasive cervical cancer to be diagnosed in the US with nearly 4,170 women dying from cervical cancer. Furthermore, continuous development of advanced colposcopy by manufacturers in the region contributes to the market growth.
Europe is likely to hold the second position in the global colposcopy market. It is expected that the favorable reimbursement scenario is responsible for the ambient growth in this region. Additionally, according to the Cancer Research UK in 2017, more than 3000 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed in the UK each year.  
The Middle East and Africa accounts for the lowest market share in the global colposcopy market owing to the lack of awareness regarding cervical cancer in the MEA region.

Electronic Pill Market Global Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, And Forecast 2020 to 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 with new Electronic Pill Market Technology. 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.

Top Trends in Immunofluorescence Assay Market 2020 – 2023 by Growth Factors and Industry Players Overview

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 Size 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. 

Overactive Bladder Treatment Market 2020 Covers Global Industry Share, Size, Gross Margin, Future Trends, Demand, Business Insight by Leading Key Players Forecast till 2023

Market Scenario:
Overactive bladder is a condition that occurs in various diseases such as Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and others. Rise in prevalence of these diseases and rapid increase in the global geriatric population are inducing high demand for effective treatment of overactive bladder, which in turn is propelling the growth of the global overactive bladder treatment market. Increased marketing activities, availability of affordable treatments and development of innovative treatment procedures are also fueling the growth of the global overactive bladder treatment market. However, low penetration of treatment options in the healthcare sector and lack of awareness among the population of the underdeveloped countries are restricting the expansion of the global overactive bladder treatment market analysis during the assessment period.


The global overactive bladder treatment market is expected to gain prominence over the forecast period (2018–2023). It is estimated that the global overactive bladder treatment market growth is expected to register a CAGR of ~ 3.1% during the forecast period of 2018–2023.

Despite the drivers, lack of awareness in developing countries and undesired systemic effects of some current treatment options may hinder the growth of the market during the assessment period.
Company Profiles    
  • Astellas Pharma Inc.
  • Pfizer, Inc.
  • Teva Pharmaceutical
  • Allergan, Plc. 
  • Mylan N.V. 
  • Endo International Plc 
  • Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Co., Inc.
  • Sanofi S. A.
  • Aurobindo Pharma Limited 
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. 
  • Apotex Inc. 
  • Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd. 
  • Medtronic PLC
  • Cogentix Medical, Inc.
  • Others
Segmentation
The global overactive bladder treatment market is segmented on the basis of pharmacotherapy, non-pharmacological treatment, and disease.
On the basis of pharmacotherapy, the market is classified into anticholinergics, Botox, mirabegron, neurostimulation, and others. Further, anticholinergics are classified into solifenacin, oxybutynin, fesoterodine, darifenacin, tolterodine, trospium, and others.
The global overactive bladder treatment market on the basis of non-pharmacological treatment is segmented into dietary and fluid modifications, behavioral therapy, pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation, and others.
On the basis of disease, the market is segmented into idiopathic overactive bladder and neurogenic overactive bladder. Further, the neurogenic overactive bladder is segmented into the overactive bladder in Parkinson’s disease, the overactive bladder in stroke, the overactive bladder in spinal cord injury, and overactive bladder in other disorders.
Geographically, the global overactive bladder treatment market has been segmented into the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. The overactive bladder treatment market in the Americas is further segmented into North America and South America. North America is further classified as the US and Canada.
The overactive bladder treatment market in Europe is segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe. Western Europe is further classified as Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Western Europe.
The overactive bladder treatment market in Asia-Pacific is segmented into Japan, China, India, Republic of Korea, Australia, and the rest of Asia-Pacific.
The overactive bladder treatment market in the Middle East and Africa is segmented into the Middle East and Africa.
Regional Market Summary
The global overactive bladder treatment market consists of four regions, namely, the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. North America is anticipated to dominate the market in the Americas owing to the increasing geriatric population, growing occurrences of OAB, and the availability of numerous healthcare coverage systems such as Medicare.
Europe is anticipated to hold the second position in the global overactive bladder treatment market. It is estimated that the market growth in this region is attributed to the rising incidences of OAB and availability of reimbursement for certain treatment options. For instance, the UK’s National Institutes for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) provides reimbursement for the Botox therapy.
The overactive bladder treatment market in Asia-Pacific consists of countries, namely, China, Japan, the Republic of Korea, India, Australia, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the fastest growing region owing to the growing prevalence of bladder overactivity, rising geriatric population, rising healthcare expenditure, and increasing awareness about overactive bladder condition.
The Middle East and Africa are likely to hold the least share in the global overactive bladder treatment market. In this region, the Middle East is expected to dominate owing to the rising healthcare expenditure and rising occurrences of neurological diseases, especially among the aged population.

Optical Imaging Market Global Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, And Forecast 2020 to 2023

Market Scenario
Optical imaging has the ability to improve point of care in the healthcare setting since it provides improved screening and detection of disease. The global optimal imaging market size is anticipated to attain a valuation of USD 1.92 Bn at a CAGR of 10% over the forecast period of 2018-2023, projects Market Research Future (MRFR) in an extensive study.
Some of the Top Key Players in Optical Imaging Market are Jude Medical, Inc., Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, Bioptigen, Inc., Canon Inc, Heidelberg Engineering, Inc., Topcon Corporation, Perkinelmer, Inc., Koninklijke Philips N.V. and Agfa-Gevaert N.V. etc.
Driven by critical healthcare needs, optimal imaging is gaining traction as a detector technology. Optimal imaging is a technique where cellular and molecular function in a living body is interrogated with the help of light and the special properties of photons to obtain detailed images of organs and tissues.
Optical imaging is a non-invasive technique in which light is used to interrogate cellular and molecular function in the living body by exploiting the special properties of photons. This market is mainly driven by rising demand for non-invasive procedures, harmful effects of radiation-based imaging, increase in research and development activities in the life sciences sector, and increasing application of optical imaging techniques in drug discovery processes and preclinical research, Moreover factors such as rising geriatric population which leads to increase in cardiovascular, neurological and ophthalmic disorders is also fueling the growth of this market.
However, factors such as stringent regulatory approval procedures high costs of instruments, scarcity of skilled operators, and insufficient reimbursements policies for optical imaging procedures restrict market growth.
Segmentation
The global optical imaging market is segmented on the basis of products, techniques, therapeutic area, application, and end-user. Considering the type of product, the market is segmented into imaging systems, software, lenses, illumination systems, cameras and others. Imaging systems are further segmented into optical imaging systems and spectral imaging systems. On the basis of technique, the market is segmented into Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), photoacoustic imaging, diffused optical tomography, hyperspectral imaging, near-infrared spectroscopy, and super-resolution microscopy.
On a therapeutic area basis, it is segmented into neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, dentistry, cardiology, dermatology, and others. On account of application, the market is segmented into pre-clinical and clinical research, pathological imaging and intraoperative imaging. According to the end-user, the market is segmented into diagnostic imaging centers, hospitals and clinics, research laboratories, and pharmaceutical &biotechnology companies. Based on region the market is segmented into Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. Americas region is segmented into North America and South America. Similarly, Europe is segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe.
Regional Market Summary
In terms of geography, Americas dominates the market for optical imaging owing to increasing prevalence of cardiovascular, neurological and ophthalmic disorders about rising geriatric population which is a major trigger factor for this disease. Additionally, factors such as increasing government initiatives and funding for research in medical devices sector, rising demand for accurate diagnosis, awareness about adverse effects of radiation imaging, ability to provide in-depth images of soft tissues and vascular systems and presence of pharmaceutical giants key players also propel the market growth in this region. For instance, according to National cancer institute, in 2016, around 1,685,210 new cases of cancer were diagnosed in the U.S. Thus, this huge patient pool is going to boost up the market growth during the forecast period.
Europe is the second largest market and holds a healthy place in global optical imaging market share due to major driving factors like availability of advanced treatment facilities, increasing healthcare expenditure, good healthcare infrastructure and flourishing medical device industry due to the presence of major market players. Additionally, knowledge about the benefits of optical imaging over radiation imaging and capability of inhabitants to afford the diagnostics is spurring the market growth.
Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing market with most promising growth possibilities. According to a report published by the department of neurology in 2014, it is estimated that for the current population of 1.27 billion, approximately 30 million people suffer from neurological disorders in India. Thus, owing to the huge patient pool, a faster adaptation of healthcare technology, government initiatives to increase the healthcare quality, availability favorable insurance policies market growth will be accelerated during the forecast period.  Moreover, due to lower cost of clinical trials and research key players have been setting up their regional headquarters and manufacturing plants in Singapore, China, Japan, Korea, and Australia which make a positive growth curve in optical imaging market in future.

Transthyretin Amyloidosis (ATTR) Market – Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2020 - 2023

Transthyretin (TTR) Amyloidosis Market Information: Disease (Transthyretin (TTR) Familial Amyloid Polyneuropathy), Gender (Male & Female), Treatment (Small Molecule Treatment), & End-User (Ambulatory Surgical Center, Clinics) – Global Forecast Till 2023                                                                                                                          
Market Scenario
The Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis market is expected to register a sturdy growth during the forecast period.  Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis is a medical condition characterized by the buildup of abnormal deposits of a protein called amyloid (amyloidosis) in a body's organs and tissues. It generally affects peripheral neuropathic or autonomic neuropathy system and cardiac system. The cardiac form of Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis puts patients at the risk of arrhythmia, cardiomegaly, and orthostatic hypertension. The global ATTR market is likely to exhibit a robust growth during the forecast period due to the probability of rising number of ATTR therapeutic drugs launches, increasing African-American population as they are genetically susceptible to amyloidosis, increasing healthcare awareness among people, and rising average income of individuals. However, the growth of this market can be hindered by stringent regulatory policies, the high cost of ATTR drugs, incorrect diagnosis of ATTR disorders and limitations of clinical trials. Lack of knowledge about this condition and unavailability of advanced diagnostic methods in the middle-income countries are the major challenges to the market.
Top Market Players
  • Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
  • Pfizer
  • Merck
  • Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc.
  • Corino Therapeutics Inc
  • Arcturus Therapeutics
  • Proclara Bioscience
Market Segmentation                                                                                                                          
Based on region the market is segmented into Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. The American region is segmented into North America and South America. Similarly, Europe is segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe.
The global Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis market is segmented on the basis of disease type, treatment, gender, and end-user. Considering the type of disease, the market is segmented into Transthyretin (TTR) familial amyloid polyneuropathy, Transthyretin (TTR) familial amyloid cardiomyopathy, and others. On the basis of treatment, the market is segmented into small molecules treatment, RNAi therapy,  organ transplantation, and others. Small molecules treatment is further segmented into tafamidis and diflunisal. On gender basis, it is segmented into male and female. According to end-user, the market is segmented into hospitals and clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and others.
Regional Market Summary
Transthyretin Amyloidosis (ATTR) Market share and trends analysis on Regional basis, Americas dominates the market for Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis owing to the increasing prevalence of amyloidosis among adults and older population and rising geriatric population which is a major trigger factor for this disease. For instance, according to a report published by ASCO Journal in 2016 around 4,000 people developed amyloidosis each year in the United States. Thus, this rising patient pool is going to boost up the market growth during the forecast period. Additionally, factors such as increasing government initiatives and funding for research, development in advanced medical treatment options, and rising use of technologically advanced medical diagnostic devices are likely to drive the market. The presence of pharmaceutical giants such as Pfizer, Merck, etc. also propels the market growth in this region.
Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing market. According to a report published by the United Nations in 2015the number of older people aged 60 years or over in the world is predicted to grow by 56% between 2015 and 2030, out of which 66% of the older population would reside in the Asia Pacific region. This makes the region prone to Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis as chances of its prevalence increases with the increasing age. Owing to a huge patient pool, a faster adaptation of healthcare technology, government initiatives to increase the healthcare quality, and availability favorable insurance and reimbursement policies, the market growth will be accelerated during the forecast period.  Moreover, key players such as Pfizer, Merck, etc. have been setting up their regional headquarters and manufacturing plants in countries such as Singapore, China, Japan, Korea, and Australia. Thus, the growth curve of the Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis market will see a positive trend of growth.
Europe is the second largest market and holds a healthy global Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis market share. The European market is expected to exhibit robust growth during the forecast period due to major driving factors such as availability of advanced treatment facilities, increasing healthcare expenditure along with growing need for better healthcare infrastructure, and government initiatives of healthcare reform.  It is reported that in the U.K., around 60 new cases of Transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis are reported annually, and the age-specific incidence rate of it is between 5.1 and 12.8 per million per year. Additionally, established medical device market and capability of inhabitants to afford diagnostics are aiding the market growth. However, the inefficacy of treatment and wrong diagnosis are hampering the market growth of this region.
The Middle East and Africa is expected to show the least growth in the market due to some major factors such as lack of awareness and limited access and availability of treatment facilities. In the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are the largest markets owing to the development of the healthcare industry and rising availability of specialty care centers. But the market might show a steady growth due to the genetical susceptibility of Africans for transthyretin amyloidosis and government initiatives to improve the quality of healthcare in this region.