Medical Devices Research

Poultry farming refers to the procedure of nurturing domesticated birds namely geese, turkeys, ducks, and chicken for farming egg or meat for food. Over 50 billion chickens are brought up annually as a food source, for both their egg and meat. Several organizations is different countries such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the U.S. is the national organization that oversees poultry production in the nation. In the U.K., the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs is the organization that takes care of the of the poultry production.

The global medical connectors market is expected to witness a stable growth in the forecast period. The growing incidences of chronic disorder will be one of the key reasons behind the growth of this market. The growing healthcare expenditure will also encourage the growth of the global medical connectors market during the period from 2017 to 2025.

The growing awareness and other factors such as the increasing public-private investment in the healthcare industry have created an environment conducive to the growth of the global infertility treatment market. Infertility is defined as the biological incapability of a person to contribute to conception. In the last few years, the rate of infertility has exponentially risen, resulting in high demand for infertility treatments.

As the incidence of peripheral artery disease grows, the global demand for vascular stents is expected to swell as well. Vascular stents are medical devices that are usually placed as part of peripheral artery angioplasty. In simple terms, a stent is a plastic or metal tube that is inserted into an anatomic vessel so as to keep the passageway from closing. Iliac, carotid, and femoral arteries are some common sites which are treated with vascular stents.

The global market for bone growth stimulators has been undergoing a phase of positive transformation. The increasing incidence of failure or delay in the healing of fractures has fueled the demand for bone growth stimulators across the world as they stimulate the bone-healing process without giving electric shocks or vibrations to patients.

The rapidly growing global population and subsequently increasing healthcare needs are working in favor of the global medical device outsourcing market. On the basis of services, the market can be segmented into product design and development services, product testing services, regulatory consulting services, product implementation services, product upgrade services, manufacturing services, and product maintenance services. 

The global surgical instrument tracking systems market has been witnessing a considerable rise in its valuation. The rising prevalence of hospital-acquired infections and the increasing incidence of instrument misplacement are propelling this market substantially. 

On account of the increasing care toward patient safety, the demand for intraoperative neuromonitoring has continued to rise at a steady pace. The burden of healthcare costs on patients and their desire to avoid readmission have upped the adoption of intraoperative neuromonitoring around the world.

The number of hospital acquired infections is directly proportional to the high morbidity and mortality rates. These infections are caused due to antibacterial-resistant microorganisms and directly impact the hospital economics. 

The global airway management devices are medical devices used for patients have obstructed airways or are at the risk of being obstructed. These devices find applications in a variety of clinical settings such as emergency and pre-hospital settings, operating rooms, and out-of-hospital care.

Wearable injectors are devices that are designed to administer large volume subcutaneous delivery of drugs over long durations. These devices have the capacity to deliver more than 1 ml injectable volume. They represent one of the most important areas of the medical device market.

Non-PVC IV bags are acknowledged for their since safe nature and the convenience they offer during handling and transportation. These bags have a strong demand in oncology treatment. Several agents used under these therapies are prone to interaction with compounds present in traditional PVC IV containers and tend to convert into hazardous agents.

Since all types of osteoporosis, arthritis, bone degenerative diseases, gout, and injuries affect joints, joint reconstruction has emerged as an important section of the orthopedic devices industry.

Blood culture tests are conducted when a healthcare provider suspects that a patient might suffer from blood infection. Blood infection poses a high risk for serious complications including a condition called sepsis, whereby the pathogens which cause infection in our bloodstream interfere with our body’s defenses and arrest the proper functioning of our immune systems.

Innovations and technological advancements pertaining to medical devices used in the treatment of cardiovascular ailments have gained pace in the last few years.

Women in particular possess a heightened conscience about their appearance and looks. A growing number of women are employing various methods to enhance their physical appearance. Breast implantation is one of the trends that has been increasingly popular among women.

The usage of pen needles in conjunction with that of insulin pens helps in accurate, fast, and convenient injection of drug deliveries for diabetic patients. Thus, the growing need for insulin pens is foretold to bode well for the global pen needles market.

Nuclear medicine equipment include special imaging devices such as single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) and gamma cameras a.k.a. scintillation cameras for diagnosing and treating chronic diseases such as cancer.

Thrombectomy devices are used in surgeries to remove blood clots formed in situ within blood vessels. These devices are available in various types, including mechanical devices, basket/brush retrievers, stent retrievers, aspiration devices, ultrasonic devices, coil retrievers, and hydrodynamic devices.

The global mammography market is growing at a significant pace, owing to the increasing cancer cases worldwide. The key players in the market, government organizations, and NGOs are making notable efforts to create an awareness and offer treatment to patients, which is expected to enhance the growth of the market in the near future. Thus, the market is likely to register a strong growth rate in the forecast period.

Lighting in healthcare plays a critical role not only in enhancing the patient experience but also in improving the healthcare staff’s ability of catering to the various levels of care required by the patients. As a result, the global market for hospital lighting is likely to reach new heights.

Blood group typing consists of various methods and techniques that are used to detect the group of blood. The correct and reliable grouping of blood is vital to fulfil a variety of clinical ends, especially for safe blood transfusion and in organ donation processes. In recent years, there have been marked developments in the conventional detection methods.

Fluid management devices are safe and computer-driven systems that help to balance body fluids for avoiding complications related to inappropriate disposal of fluids, fluids with diverse temperatures, unwanted fluid levels, and irregular flow of fluids.

Surgical sutures are medical tools used to stitch open wounds and close the surgical incision. The growing awareness regarding healthcare, especially in low- and middle-income countries is impacting the global market for surgical sutures. On the basis of product, the global surgical sutures market can be bifurcated into non-automated sutures and automated suturing devices. Non-automated sutures can be absorbable and non-absorbable.

Pharmacy automation is gaining steady traction as it has enabled seamless operations of innumerable tasks in pharmacies and healthcare industry. Introduction of automation has ensured lesser number of errors in medication management, thereby ensuring patient safety.

The growing acceptance and demand for minimally invasive procedures are one of the prime factors driving the growth of the medical camera market. Minimally invasive procedures are in demand owing to their reduced post operative complications, shorter duration of stays in hospitals, and reduced medical cost. A large number of both patients and physicians are seeking evidence based treatments.

Insulin delivery devices have become important in the global healthcare sector due to the steady rise in the prevalence of diabetes. The global insulin delivery devices market has been one of the prime beneficiaries of the steady rise in investment in the healthcare sector directed at the development of advanced medical devices.

Provision of diagnostic medical testing to detect the presence of toxins, infectious agents, and causes of diseases is crucial in the control and prevention of infectious diseases. Advanced diagnostic capabilities are especially of high importance, partially because animals cannot express what is wrong with them. A wide range of tests on urine, blood, sampled tissue, and feces are made available by veterinary diagnostics centers.

Veterinary imaging is an established subject discipline in the field of veterinary diagnostics and treatment. The market for veterinary imaging has continued to grow at a momentous pace and has gained a larger scope of applicability owing to the significant development in the fields of imaging modalities and technologies in the recent past.

Perfusion refers to the passage of fluid, usually blood, through the circulatory or lymphatic system to a tissue or an organ. Since poor perfusion can cause some severe health problems such as deep vein thrombosis and coronary artery disease. It has been observed that during major surgeries, particularly cardiothoracic surgeries and organ transplant, maintenance of perfusion is paramount. 

Snoring control devices are used to help people who snore because of nasal obstruction. There are a variety of snoring control devices available that range from mouthpieces to chin straps to anti snoring pillows to nasal devices to pills and sprays. These devices are either insertable or are used topically to help with unobstructed flow of air through the mouth and nose.

Radiofrequency ablation is an analgesic procedure wherein radiofrequency waves are targeted on particular muscles or muscle groups. The radiofrequency waves create an electric current, which is used to emit heat onto the affected area. This temporarily deadens the nerve cells in the applied area, leading to reduction in pain.

Gynecology devices are used for the treatment of diseases and disorders related to the female reproductive system. Some of the commonly used devices are endoscopy devices, ablation systems, female sterilization and contraceptive devices, and fluid management system. The demand for female sterilization and contraceptive devices is expected to remain strong over the coming years, owing to the increasing emphasis on family planning.

The global gastrointestinal stents market is expected to show a steady growth in the coming years. The growing concerns about obesity and options of bariatric procedures are expected to favor market growth in the coming years. The growing popularity of endoscopic procedures and availability of technologically advanced surgical devices, especially for tissue and wound management have largely encouraged the growth of the global market in recent years.

Hemodialysis catheters are being extensively used to meet the growing demand of hemodialysis, apheresis, infusion, and monitoring of central venous pressure along with high-pressure contrast injection patients. It is predominantly used for maintaining effective blood flow rate, which is estimated at 400 ml/min for at least 3 hours. The growing number of patients suffering from end-stage renal disease (ESRD) have increased the demand for hemodialysis to avert liver damage.

The global dental consumables market is driven by a growing importance for medical esthetics, which is a clinical subspecialty concentrating on the improvement or enhancement of the appearance by making use of cosmetic treatments. A number of MI procedures are used for the enhancement of an individual’s appearance. 

The increasing adoption of bone cement mixer devices while performing orthopedic surgical procedures is expected to fuel the growth of the global market in the next few years. These devices are majorly used in ASCs and hospitals, which is likely to encourage the growth of the market. As per the report, the market is predicted to register a strong growth rate throughout the forecast period. 

Owing to a telling prevalence of cardiac diseases and the clinical implications entailed, there has been a dire need for reliable, accurate, and fast diagnosis to come in close proximity with the status of the patient’s medical condition. Apart from physical examination and medical history, tests such as echocardiography find critical application in cardiovascular disease diagnosis.

Implantable ports, which are long, narrow, soft, and thin plastic tubes with a rubber disc at the end, are frequently inserted into chemotherapy patients in order to administrate drugs to individuals. Also called as portacaths or subcutaneous, the diameter of implantable ports ranges from 2.5 cm to 4 cm and are highly useful for patients receiving treatment into a vein.

Waste disposal is a core issue in today’s industries, due to the increasingly negative impact that unsafe disposal creates on the environment and the overall quality of life. This applies especially to medical waste and surgical waste, where the latter can be responsible for the spread of diseases.

The primary objective of any knee replacement is to alleviate pain and improve flexibility. Knee replacements are sometimes tailor-made to fulfill the individual needs of patients, as these devices are not one-style-fits-all or one-size-fits-all. Fixed-bearing implants are perhaps the most common knee replacement implants.

The active implantable medical devices market is expected to grow substantially and register a progressive growth rate in the next few years. The rising spending on the development of the healthcare infrastructure, especially in emerging nations is expected to encourage the growth of the market throughout the forecast period. 

The growing preference for non-invasive techniques over invasive surgeries is one of the key growth drivers for the global non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) market. In addition to this number of babies born with Down syndrome, XYY syndrome, Turner, and Klinefelter is increasing, boosting the growth of the market. 

Medical supplies is an umbrella term used for all devices and equipment used to diagnose, monitor, and treat a patient within the healthcare industry. Of the several types of diagnostic medical supplies, the more common ones include ultrasound and MRI machines, scanners such as PET and CT, and most commonly, x-ray machines.

The global market for topical drug delivery is estimated to experience a healthy growth throughout the forecast period. The growing demand for advanced and enhanced therapeutics is likely to offer lucrative opportunities in the coming years. Furthermore, the increasing number of approvals for new products for skin-related drug delivery are anticipated to accelerate the development of the market in the coming years.

Exposure to radioactive radiations in high levels is linked with various dangerous health complications. Since these radiations are not only odorless but also invisible, there arises a need for an equipment that detects, monitors, and prevents the exposure to radioactive radiations and thus provide safety to people.

Anatomic pathology finds application in diagnosis of different types of chronic diseases, namely cancer and infectious diseases. It is also used in pharmaceutical industries to carry out toxicology studies. It is a medical specialty that diagnoses a disease based on microscopic, macroscopic, biochemical, immunologic, and molecular scrutiny of organs and tissues. 

Geomembranes are thin sheets of synthetic material that provide a barrier to the movement of water, fluids, and other soluble materials due to their very low permeability. They are extensively used for solid waste management, water containment, and mining applications. 

Paralyzing headaches have become common in several parts of the world. Often related to stress, genetics, and lifestyle choices, these headaches are known to impair normal functions for patients. Known as cluster headaches, which can be mistaken as a symptom for several other incidents, they are felt in and around one eye. 

Dental syringes are used by dentists and consist of a hermetically sealed glass cartridge, which stores anesthetic solution that has to be injected. The rising prevalence of oral problems worldwide is stimulating the growth of the global dental syringes market. These syringes generally have a metallic or plastic body. 

The rising prevalence of cerebrovascular disease and growing population of geriatrics who are more prone to heart diseases, the demand in the market for blood flow measurement devices is swiftly incrementing. Devices such as ultrasound including Doppler and transit-time flow meters (TTFM) and laser Doppler are highly useful in measuring the blood flowing through cross section of blood vessel in a certain duration of time. 

Smart e-Pants refer to an undergarment that uses electrical stimulation to cast gentle electrical pulses onto skin that is most vulnerable to developing pressure ulcers or bedsores in bed-ridden or wheelchair-ridden patients. Pressure ulcers are defined as an area of unrelieved pressure, most often over a bony prominence causing ischemic necrosis of localized soft tissue. 

Rehabilitation equipment plays a significant role in improving the quality of life of the sick, disabled, injured, and aged population. A comprehensive range of rehabilitation products used by physiotherapists, speech therapists, rehab nurses, occupational therapists, and other professionals is gaining demand, promising the expansion of the market. 

HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus, which when left unattended causes AIDS (acquires immunodeficiency syndrome). This virus attacks cells of the immune system of human body and unlike other viruses, the body can’t get rid of it completely. The growing prevalence of HIV/AIDS is by far the leading factor augmenting the global HIV diagnosis market.

The alarming rise in the number of cardiovascular diseases has become the primary growth driver for the global coronary stent market. Changing lifestyles that are characterized by high stress levels, alcohol consumption, smoking, and poor choice of food habits have collectively led to questionable heart health for the global market.

Interventional radiology (IR) is a medical sub-specialty of radiology, which uses minimally invasive image-guided procedures and methods to diagnose and treat various diseases. IR techniques include a range of radiological image guidance methods such as ultrasound, X-ray fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Recent findings bring out the crucial role of brain monitoring devices in critical care units, driven by the increasing number of accidents. The global brain monitoring market offers a range of devices that monitor and identify abnormal brain activities, assisting in the treatment of brain-related disorders.

The increasing number of pregnancies and medical complications have been driving the global ultrasound market for the past few years. Hospitals are showing fast adoption of ultrasound devices in areas of urology, radioecology, gynecology, cardiology, vascular, and others.

Cancer, caused by environmental factors causing gene mutations and affecting cell regulatory proteins, is one of the diseases that is resulting in the highest expenditure for treatment. Growing incidences of cancer is fueling the market for cancer diagnostics at an exponential rate. Advancements in technology coupled with growing government funding, and initiatives for research and development have resulted in the positive growth of the global cancer diagnostics market. 

The two type of wound dressings available in the global wound dressings market are traditional and advanced. The traditional wound dressings continue to be popular in developing countries due to the known certainty of their outcome. On the other hand, the advanced wound dressings are still trying to find their footing in the overall market. 

Surgical laser products are used in laser surgeries to destroy or cut abnormal or diseased tissues, destroy or shrink lesions and tumors, seal lymph vessels, remove moles and tattoos, and close off blood vessels and nerve endings among various other uses. They are available in different types such as argon, diode, neodymium: yttrium-aluminum-garnet, and carbon dioxide.

Respiratory care devices are medical devices focusing on the diagnostics, treatment, control, and management of patients suffering from disorder in cardiopulmonary system. These devices are known to be reliable in providing enhanced care to patients suffering from acute and chronic respiratory abnormalities. 

Molecular diagnostics refers to a collection of techniques used to analyze biological markers in the individual’s genetic code. The technique is used in diagnosing and monitoring diseases, detecting risks, and deciding suitable therapies for individual patients. It finds applications in blood screening, oncology, microbiology, and genetic tests.

Injectable drug delivery is the process of administering drugs into a patient’s body through injection-based delivery devices. It allows maximum bioavailability at a rapid transportation of the pharmaceutical drug as it bypasses the first pass metabolism. Thus, it is considered to be one of the most effective routes of administration. 

The global dermatology diagnostic devices and therapeutics market is gaining momentum due to the high prevalence of skin diseases and disorders. The trajectory of the global market will be decided by increasing pool of geriatrics, patent expirations in the offing, and the prevalence of chronic ailments. The research report points out that supportive governmental initiatives and increasing activities to raise awareness about dangerous skin disorders are expected to work in favor of the global market.

Venipuncture is the medical procedure of drawing blood from veins in humans and animals, mainly for diagnostic purposes such as blood sampling of the blood components. Venipuncture procedures are also used to administer intravenous therapies. 

Urgent care centers refer to a variety of walk-in or no appointment healthcare centers designed to provide cost-effective, quick, and high-quality services to the general public. Urgent care centers serve patients with injuries or illnesses that are not life-threatening but are beyond the scope of primary care services. 

Over the past few years, the market for audiological devices, the variety of advanced technological devices used to study audiology and cure hearing-related conditions, has witnessed a sharp rise in the adoption of digital technology across key aspects of product design and development. The result has been the development of devices with vast improvement in sound quality and reduction in product sizes. 

The growing awareness regarding oral care and the soaring problem of tooth caries and periodontal diseases worldwide have led to the evolution of the professional dental care market. Numerous subsidized oral care treatments in developed and developing nations have made dental care affordable for a large number of people. The inherent link between general health and oral health, coupled with increasing inclination toward a preventive dental care, has stimulated people to prefer routine check-ups with dentists. 

Medical robots comprise the use of robotics in various disciplines of medical science to execute a variety of functions performed by clinicians and healthcare workers. Requiring limited human oversights, they can be configured to support, extend, and automate various healthcare services, especially those involving monotonous tasks. The rising application of robotic and autonomous systems in the healthcare industry has transformed the quality of medical treatment making their use increasingly popular worldwide. 

An infusion pump is a medical device designed to deliver fluids or drugs into a patient’s body in an administered and controlled manner; fluids may include nutrients or different types of medications such as insulin, hormones, pain relievers, antibiotics, and chemotherapy drugs. The devices can be powered mechanically or electrically and can be used in a variety of clinical settings. 

Gynecology surgical instruments are designed to be used in surgical and medical specialties related to female reproductive organs, including fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina, and vulva. In many medical areas, the specialties of gynecology and obstetrics significantly overlap so that many gynecologists are also obstetricians and the instruments used for carrying out surgical procedures are popularly known as obstetrics-gynecology surgical instruments.

Hemodialysis refers to the treatment wherein a complex set of tubes is used to take out blood from the body, and then run through a filter known as dialyzer. The impurities in the blood are removed and the blood is redirected into the patient’s body. This procedure is typically performed three to four times a week in dialysis centers across different commercial and medical facilities. 

Also called extracorporeal life support (ECLS), extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a technique for saving lives of adults with respiratory and cardiac failure, as well as infants whose lungs and heart are unable to carry out an adequate amount of gas exchange needed for sustaining life. ECMO thus works as an artificial lung outside the body, creating oxygenated blood and continuously pumping it into and around the body. 

Diagnostic imaging refers to techniques that allow physicians to look inside our body for clues pertaining to a medical condition. Various techniques and machines enable the imaging of activities, structures, and abnormalities inside our bodies. Some of these are computed tomography (CT) scans, ultrasound, x-rays, MRI scans, and nuclear medicine scans. 

The term ‘ablation’ refers to the surgical removal of harmful substances, abnormal growths such as tumors, and organs from the body. Ablation can be carried out via various methods such as cryoablation, laser or light, radiofrequency, microwave, ultrasound, hydrothermal, and electrical ablation technology. By application, the major segments of the global ablation technology market can be cardiovascular disease, urology, cancer, pain management, ophthalmology, cosmetic surgery, and gynecology.   

Cold plasma, also called non-thermal plasma or non-equilibrium plasma, is a type of plasma—typically known as the fourth state of matter—which has gas molecules present at moderate temperature and electrons at relatively high temperatures. The properties of plasma have been extensively researched over the past few decades and a large number of cutting-edge applications of cold plasma technology has emanated. 

Home healthcare includes a number of healthcare services and devices that can be provided at a patient’s home to treat an illness or an injury. It costs less than the treatment at hospitals and nursing homes and is much more convenient too as it eliminates the need to shift a patient out of his comfort zone. Some of the home healthcare services include wound care for pressure sores or a surgical wound, intravenous or nutrition therapy, monitoring an illness, or administering injections.

Contact lenses are wafer-thin plastic lenses, placed directly on the eye ball to rectify vision or for decorative purposes. On account of being sensitive, they need to be handled carefully to prevent dislocation and infections. Depending upon the eye disorder, different types of contact lenses are available in the market, namely bifocal lens for astigmatism, scleral contact lenses, bifocal contact lenses, color contact lenses, and daily disposable contact lenses. 

Medical waste refers to waste produced at health centers, hospitals, dental clinics, physicians’ offices, blood banks, and veterinary hospitals as well as clinical research centers and laboratories. Any waste which is produced at the time of services rendered or research carried out on animals or human beings need to be properly disposed to prevent unwanted disease or to prevent the spread of infection from them. 

Collagen accounts for nearly a third of protein composition in the human body, and plays essential role of providing skin structure and helping blood clot. Being the prominent building block of muscles, skin, bones, ligaments, and tendons, in the recent past, the use of collagen as a nutritional supplement and ingredient in body lotions and shampoos has escalated. 

The rising government spending and the introduction of several favorable reimbursement policies are predicted to bolster global telemedicine market in the near future. In addition, the proliferation of mobile telecommunication technology is considered to accelerate the development of the overall market in the coming few years. 

Surgical procedures volume takes into account various kinds of procedures such as dental, urology, gynecology, ophthalmic, neurosurgery, orthopedic, and cardiovascular, which could be further classified into different categories. The future of surgical procedures lies in the advancement of technology on the part of minimally-invasive procedures and inclusion of robotics in surgical treatments. 

The anti-aging market is primarily influenced by novelty and technological advancement as consumers look for innovative ways to reverse aging. However, the principal focus is on natural ingredients are consumers are skeptical about the inclusion of chemicals and other unnatural ingredients.

Homeopathy is a medical practice and philosophy based on the principle that the human body has the innate ability to heal itself. Established in late 1700s in Germany and developed by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, homeopathy has been widely practiced in Europe. 

Avoiding contamination by covering hands, hair, face, and shoes becomes easier with these products. Cleanroom consumable manufacturers provide a wide range of products for coverage from head to toe. Wipes, apparel, gloves, disinfectants, face masks, bouffant caps, specialty cleaners, shoe covers, goggles, tapes, mops, and swabs are some of the commonly used cleanroom consumables. 

The structural heart devices market has gained weightage in the recent years due to the uncompromising rise in mitral regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and other related heart diseases. The demand has surged remarkably on the back of innovative repair gadgets such as occluders and annuloplasty rings and technologically sophisticated methods such as transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR) and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). 

The world automated radiosynthesis modules market is prognosticated to gain traction with the heavy adoption of PET (positron emission tomography) and SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging and widespread of chronic diseases. Automated radiosynthesis modules can be employed to improve the scope of customization of radiotracers to help with the therapy and diagnostic monitoring performance for end users.

Stents are tiny tubes that doctors can insert into a blocked passage to keep it open, so as to facilitate the flow of fluids such as blood. Made of plastic, fabric, or metal, stents are needed when plaque, a substance made of cholesterol, attaches itself to the walls of a blood vessel. 

The increasing incidence of injuries, abnormalities, and congenital defects in the upper or lower extremity of human body has fuelled the demand for reconstructive surgical procedures. Implant devices for the shoulder, wrist, ankle joints, digits, elbow, and foot are part of the extremity reconstruction market.   

Cancer results from the multiple mutations in a single cell that makes it to proliferate out of control. Cancer cells invade new cellular territories, have a high metabolic rate, and an altered shape. The various methods to treat cancers are surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. When the aforementioned therapies fail to achieve desired results, gene therapy is leveraged. 

Body fat analyzers, referred to as impedance meters, are tools to measure body fat and uncover risks associated with it. They also help in assessing the effectiveness of exercise, nutrition intake, and age related issues. Body fat measurement devices are commonly used for fitness tests at gymnasiums and health clubs.

Ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVD) are being used for treating cataracts with minimal disturbance to the structure of the eye. These agents or solutions contain chemicals such as hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, chondroitin sulfate, and sodium hyaluronate. The demand for ophthalmic viscosurgical devices is expected to rise in the coming years as they have considerably reduced the occurrence of corneal edema, which used to be a complication of phaco surgery. 

Cleanroom refers to an area in which the environment is controlled from any type of contamination, airborne particles, water vapor, and microbes. In a cleanroom environment, even the tiniest of matter can cause big trouble, often leading to cancelation of the whole production batch. Cleanroom disposable gloves help in keeping critical environments free from contamination, allergies, and other factors, and are essential across various industries including pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and semiconductor. 

Biomimetics refers to the study of natural phenomena, nature, and living organisms to understand the principles of underlying mechanisms. Obtaining ideas from these sources and applying those concepts for the benefit of areas such as engineering, science, and medicine forms the core basis of research activities central to the field of biomimetics. 

The global market for neurovascular devices is projected to witness robust growth in the next few years. With the expanding pool of patients, healthcare providers and prominent players operating in the global neurovascular devices market are focusing on developing new and effective devices in the near future. The promising opportunities in the emerging economies are projected to fuel the growth of the global neurovascular devices market in the coming few years. 

The global market for medical nonwoven disposables is expected to exhibit a healthy growth rate in the coming years. The growing awareness among patients regarding the advantages and preventive measures from different type of infections is likely to boost the demand for medical nonwoven disposables across the globe. 

Catheters are used in both hospital and homecare settings for patients with age, permanent injury, urinary incontinence, or any medical condition that impairs the ability to urinate. Urinary catheters can be made of different materials, viz. latex, silicone, plastic, and rubber. After the urine is passed through the catheter tube, it gets collected in the drainage bag, which can be emptied whenever required. 

Breast pump is a manual or electric device used by lactating mothers to collect breast milk for feeding their premature babies when not around or if the babies cannot latch on to their breasts. New mothers may also use breast pumps to increase their milk supply or stimulate milk production and alleviate pressure or pain of engorged breasts. 

Automated breast ultrasound system (ABUS), a new technology, is the alternative to traditional hand-held ultrasounds for breast screening. Same as traditional ultrasound, the technology uses high-frequency sound waves that are targeted at the breast with the advantage of receiving a 3-D volumetric image of the breast.

Specialized gases, which are used for research in biotechnology, medical purposes, and drug processing are commonly known as medical gases. Medical gas can be a mixture of different gases or a single pure gas. Oxygen, hydrogen, nitrous oxide, ammonia, nitrogen and carbon dioxide are the most common types of gases used in the medical industry. 

Biomedical refrigerators and freezers are used in biotechnology and medicine. These systems are specially designed for efficient storage of frozen or fresh blood samples, enzymes used in research, DNA, RNA, and various life-saving vaccines. Several research laboratories, blood banks, hospitals, clinics, educational institutes, and diagnostic centers deploy these refrigerators and freezers that provide optimum storage conditions. 

An apheresis machine consists of a device or apparatus which collects blood removed from a donor’s body and separates it into the different components such as platelets, plasma, red blood cells, and white blood cells. Depending on the purpose, the apheresis process is needed, one of these components can be easily isolated and collected by the equipment, while the other components are sent back to the body. 

Surgical devices find applications in varied surgical procedures such as in closure of wounds and plastic and reconstructive surgeries, among others. They are deployed in hospitals, small clinics, and other healthcare centers and are used in different types of surgeries, namely orthopedics, obstetrics, neurology, urology, cardiovascular medicine, and gynecology. Savvy players in the global general surgery devices market are making efforts to make build inroads in the fast-expanding developing economies of Asia Pacific and Latin America, which hold out strong opportunities.

IVDs are medical equipment that are used to test human samples of blood, urine, and tissue, and help in detecting infections, diagnosing a medical condition, and to prevent the disease. As the healthcare industry touches new peaks in the coming years, gaining from the prevalence of several chronic diseases and aging population, the demand for in vitro diagnostics as well as other laboratory developed tests (LDT) are expected to expand at a healthy growth rate during the forecast period of 2017 to 2025.

Globally, the adoption of exosome diagnostics and therapeutics is anticipated to witness a significant boost with the growing focus on life science research and increasing diagnostic procedures for cancer. Exosomes are responsible for supporting cell-to-cell communication in the cancer prognosis. They suppress the immune function by leading to apoptosis of activated cytotoxic T cells, which assist tumor development in the human body. 

The changing preferences of physicians and patients in administration of medicines has been the primary growth driver for the global drug and gene delivery devices market. The increasing efforts to minimize the incidences of bacterial diseases, viral diseases, and developing novel ways of managing health conditions such as diabetes are have been the powerful factors determining the trajectory of the global market. 

Dental radiographs, also known as dental x-rays are used by dentists to find cavities, bone loss, benign or malignant masses, and hidden dental structures. A radiographic image is produced by a measured burst of x-ray radiation which can penetrate into the oral structures at several different levels, basically depending on variable anatomical densities, afore striking the sensor or film. Infections, dental caries, and other alterations in the periodontal ligament and bone density, appear dark because x-rays are known for readily penetrating these structures with less density.

Smart inhalers refer to the futuristic devices that enable the easy tracking of the consumption amount/volume of medicines prescribed to asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients through inherent sensors or normal inhalers or nebulizers with clip-on sensors attached externally.

Pediatric ultrasound imaging, also called pediatric sonography, is one of the standard imaging techniques used across a variety of healthcare facilities to scan different parts of body of children to diagnose and treat a number of medical conditions. The noninvasive and safe nature of the imaging technique is significantly used to evaluate and examine a variety of conditions and is witnessing a steady rise in demand across the globe owing to a significant rise in several diseases affecting children.

The growing prevalence of cardiovascular and dental diseases is augmenting the need for impressively efficient imaging equipment for diagnosis. Consequently, the world medical x-ray generator market is envisaged to witness a propelled demand. Such a growth in demand can also be accredited to the increased development potential of the market triggered by the promotion of monoenergetic x-ray imaging by government organizations such as the U.S. Public Health Service (PHS).

Medical copper tubing equipment is used for the supply of medical gas, which includes oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and nitrous oxide. The burgeoning opportunity for medical copper tubing manufacturers relies on the basic fact that copper is good for health.

The growing preference of automated technology and the rising demand for advanced technology are some of the important factors that are predicted to augment global immunohematology market in the next few years. A significant rise in the number of players is likely to supplement the growth of the overall market in the near future. The latest trends and lucrative opportunities in the global immunohematology market have been discussed at length in the research study.

The global coagulation analyzer market is expected to display double-digit growth rate in the near future. The market comprises several products that are utilized by hospitals, clinical laboratories, patient self-testing centers, and others.

The intercontinental clinical microbiology market is envisioned to be pampered by a wide spectrum of opportunities in different applications such as the identification of diseases caused by pathogens with the help of laboratory services. Class A carbapenemase, a group of causative agents of clinical infections, is proliferating rapidly and has augmented the need for determining carbapenemase genes through clinical microbiology. 

Increased prevalence of symptoms associated with brain tumor has led to a growing demand for tests detecting the presence of tumors. Some of the common types of tests used for the diagnosis of brain tumor are magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), myelogram, electroencephalography (EEG),  tissue sampling or biopsy of surgical removal of a tumor, CT scan, cerebral angiogram or cerebral anteriogram, molecular testing, positron emission tomography (also called PET or PET-CT scan), and neurocognitive assessment.

With a rising number of people undergoing surgeries, there is an upsurge in the adoption for minimally invasive surgical instruments, which in turn translating into a greater demand for surgical microscopes. 

Radio frequency is one of the latest non-surgical technologies for enhancing beauty. Also known as radio lifting, radio frequency beauty equipment can have impressive effects as it can lift and tighten skin without invasive surgery. Designed for patients in their thirties to fifties, the sagging facial tissues are ‘repaired’ using radio frequency waves. Generally, these procedures are conducted by skin care clinics and dermatologists.

Electrocardiography or ECG is the method of recording the electrical activities of the heart during the period of time through employing electrodes placed over the skin. These electrodes are known for detecting the tiny electrical changes within the skin arising from the electrophysiologic pattern of the heart muscles of depolarizing at the time of each heartbeat. In a generic 12-lead ECGT, 10 electrodes are put on the limbs of the patient and on the chest’s surface. 

The world orthodontic supplies market is looking forward for a steadfast expansion with the rise of digital orthodontics that is currently boosting patient confidence and benefiting the outcomes of orthodontic treatment. The traditional forms of orthodontic treatment are challenged by invisible braces and clear aligners. Cosmetic orthodontics is inching toward a vertical advancement on the back of the increasing consciousness about appearance and need for its maintenance.

In recent times, the global cardiac monitoring and cardiac rhythm management devices market has exhibited a phenomenal growth rate. Rapid technological advancements and the advent of innovative products such as MRI pacemakers, durable batteries, and biocompatible materials are providing a significant boost to the market. 

Disorders or diseases without absolute treatment have always been lucrative for the players, as it leaves ample of opportunity for innovative treatment programs and introduction of new drugs. Insomnia forms a similar condition, which is quite apparent across the world but no defined compound has yet been discovered that can cure it completely. 

Medical foam find application in medical devices and components, medical packaging, and prosthetics and wound care, among others. Depending upon their forms, they can be classified into rigid foam, flexible foam, and spray foam. Of these, the flexible foam segment dominates the market with a leading share. Going forward, however, the spray foam segment is forecasted to outshine all the others in terms of growth. 

The global market for respiratory diagnostics, which has been treading on a healthy growth path, can be segmented based on different parameters. Depending upon the products and services, for example, the key segments in the global respiratory diagnostics market are assays and reagents, instruments and devices, and services and software. 

The global medical radiation shielding market is expected to grow at a positive rate between 2017 and 2025. The demand for medical radiation has shown a considerable surge in the last few years in response to the increasing incidence of chronic ailments, especially cancer. As per the World Health Organization, the new cases of cancer are expected to rise by 70% in the next two decades.

The rising number of asset management companies is creating considerable growth opportunities for the global laboratory equipment services market, which as per the report is likely to exhibit a strong CAGR between 2017 and 2025. Besides this growth in the pharmaceutical sector and the demand for precise diagnosis are aiding the market’s expansion. Based on end user, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, diagnostic laboratories, and research institutes could be the key market segments.

The global burn care market is expected to witness healthy growth in the next few years, thanks to the growing awareness among consumers. The rising cases and the technological advancements in this field are estimated to accelerate the growth of the overall market in the near future.

The global market for laparoscopic devices has witnessed significant traction in the past few years, chiefly owing to the significant rise in world’s geriatric and obese population, and the subsequent rise in the prevalence of several conditions that are treated with the help of laparoscopic devices.

Endoscopy refers to the insertion of a long, thin tube into the body in order to observe tissues and other internal organs. Minor surgery and imagery are other functions carried out by endoscopy. Some of the most common endoscopy equipment are tubes, endoscopy display systems, endoscopy camera, endoscopy videoscope, lens system, eyepiece, and endoscopy irrigation pumps (used in urology). 

Veterinary care is a flourishing market. Pet care has become of an utmost importance in various households across the world. To oversee and examine fluids for various clinical conditions in animals, veterinary infusion pumps have played a crucial role.

There has been a significant rise in the global figures of transplant operations undertaken over the past few years. Ranging from transplant of organs to stem cells and tissues, these surging numbers of transplant procedures have highlighted the need to effectively handle the multiple complications that arise post these operations as a part of body’s autoimmune response to a foreign object/entity/matter. 

The world cardiovascular ultrasound system market is foretold to take the first flight to maintaining a substantial progress with innovations and collaborations encouraged globally. The American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), for instance, is looking to promote novel methodologies and techniques in the field of cardiovascular ultrasound a.k.a. echocardiography. 

Tooth decay or cavities are fairly common, with almost everyone requiring suffering from it at least once in their life-time. Previously, removing the bacteria-infected tooth was the only solution to provide relief from extreme pain that tooth decay may cause, but now modern dentistry has paved a way to keep decayed teeth with the help of tooth-like material known as dental filling.

Biosurgery consists of a wide array of technologies and surgical techniques that are dedicated to aid in surgery by minimizing intra- and post-operative complications.

Bradycardia, also known as, bradyarrhythmia is one of the most important cardiac diseases. Bradycardia is a medically abnormal state of heart in which the pulse rate (heart beats) is less than 60 beats per minute (BPM). Bradycardia, in simplest sense, is a condition, in which heart shows decline in its efficiency.

Ampoules are the most widely used common packaging solutions globally. They are small sealed vials used to preserve samples in both liquid and solid forms. Ampoules are generally made of glass, but with the help of advanced technologies, ampoules are also manufactured using plastics. Ampoules are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, owing to their beneficial characteristics.

Major biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and research organizations maintain a library of millions of compounds to facilitate their drug discovery and development processes. However, the delivery of the correct compound in the right concentration at the right place at low cost has been one of the major challenges for most companies.

Optical microscope also known as light microscope, uses lenses and visible light to magnify small images. Optical microscope is widely used by scientific community to view dead or living samples. Originally, simple optical microscope used only one magnifying lens. The modern optical microscopes can use more than two lenses. 

Vial also known as phial or flacon, is a small plastic or a glass bottle or vessel. Vials are primarily used to store medication such as powders, liquids or capsules. In the past, vials were made of glass, but now, various plastic materials, including polypropylene are being used in manufacturing vials. 

Advanced visualization techniques are used for effective communication with the help of easy-to-use tools such as diagrams, animations, and images. Visualization techniques are widely used for mapping, computer graphics, and meteorological data among the others.

Regulatory policies are implemented to ensure that companies comply with certain standards of functioning in relation to their businesses. These policies or regulatory affairs in the healthcare industry are aimed at safeguarding the public health and welfare by ensuring the safety of pharmaceutical and healthcare products.

Clinical and hospital laboratories presently account for a massive chunk of the total number of diagnostic, monitoring or screening tests undertaken across the globe. However, a constantly rising number of physicians and physician groups are preferring to undertake part or entire volumes of lab testing in-house as an excellent way of improving patient care and boosting their operative incomes.

Urological catheters are thin tubes that are used for draining the urine from bladder via the urethra or through the surgical hole in the abdomen and is eventually collected in a drainage bag. These catheters are made up of latex with balloon at the tip. The size of the catheters depend on the size of the balloon which is likely to be filled with sterile water.

Tinnitus is a physical condition characterized by a hearing perception (noise or ringing sensation) within an ear when there is no such external noise. The exact cause of tinnitus is still not known. However, in most of cases, fluctuations in cochlea’s nerve activity due to reduced auditory input causes tinnitus.

Therapeutic homecare devices are defined as the devices or equipment that a patient uses post-surgery. Therapeutic homecare devices are designed for the purpose of helping people to recover from any ailment in an easy and effective manner. Generally, these devices are prescribed to patients after any major orthopedic surgery such as hip or knee replacement, cardiac surgeries or in surgeries after which the patient faces difficulty in performing daily activities. 

Telesurgery, commonly known as remote surgery, is an advanced technology that helps the doctors in performing a surgical procedure without being physically present in the operation theater. Telesurgery is achieved employing technologically advanced robots that execute preferred purposes with the help of preinstalled programs and a high-speed communication technology.

According to World Health Organization (WHO) report, approximately three million individuals die due to obesity and its related disorders, which include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, stroke, and others. Increased weight related diseases have triggered the market for physical fitness equipment. 

Spectrometry refers to an analytical technique to classify elements and compounds by measuring the radiant energy emitted by a substance due to excitation by an external energy source. In the past few decades, spectrometry instruments have played a pivotal role in analytical and life science industry. Molecular spectrometry is frequently used to understand the arrangement and structure of atoms and electrons within a molecule, and aids in determining variety of molecular properties such as dipole and quadrupole. 

A microtome is a tool used to cut materials into extremely thin slices. In medical science, microtomes are used in microscopy, aiding in the preparation of samples for observation under transmitted light or electron radiation. Since the tissue is first required to be dehydrated and fixed with paraffin before sectioning it to a microtome, which increases the time required for analysis since the sectioning cannot be performed under treatment is performed, the alternative concept of cryostats has been developed.

The global mail service pharmacy market involves services related to the delivery of medication primarily through mail. It covers managed care programs that include healthcare maintenance organization and preferred provider organization. Mail service pharmacies can help save prescription co-payments, allow access to expert pharmacist advice, offer potential cost saving loyalty schemes, and reduce the risk of a patient missing their dose through methods such as medical subscriptions or reminders for purchase. 

Laboratory isolators are used to provide aseptic processing and accelerate microbiological control in the laboratory and other healthcare facilities. The range of use of lab isolators can be diversified through clinics, pharmaceutical industries, and other minority usage scopes. In addition, laboratory isolators also permit aseptic operations and sterility testing for laboratory processes through continuous contaminant removal processes. 

Laboratory ovens used in the processes of processing, drying, sterilization, and testing. It is primarily used to sterilize glassware equipment or sample equipment using convection heating, where the heating element is fixed in an envelope independent from the outer heating agents. Having an external heating element facilitates a more accurate temperature for the sterilization and also prevents the sample from getting burnt or denatured.

Respiratory humidifiers find application in healthcare systems in supplying warm moisture along with breathing gases to patients, especially pediatric patients and infants. This is necessary because the natural process of heating the inspired gas by the nasal mucosa during normal breathing is not achieved when providing respiratory support to patients with nasal cannula or mechanical ventilation. Hence, medical humidifiers, which are high flow, temperature-controlled devices, are used. 

Cryopreservation refers to the preserving of intact biological cells and tissues at extremely low temperatures. It commonly involves the preservation of sperms, plant seeds, embryos and eggs are some of the most common applications of cryopreservation. Cryopreservation is when the cells or tissues are frozen off, generally in liquid nitrogen at a temperature of at least (-148) degrees.

The global cerebral palsy market is picking up steam due to increasing awareness about the condition amongst parents. The market is projected to experience a growth spurt in the coming years as access to medical healthcare improves along with disposable income. The increasing research and development for developing better treatment options for cerebral palsy has also resulted in growing number patients opting for this treatment.

Any damage caused to the brain through injury or health conditions – commonly known as brain disease – can come in different forms, such as infections, trauma, tumors, seizures, and strokes. Headaches, migraines, poor muscle control, memory problems, vision problems, and vomiting or nausea are some of the common symptoms of brain diseases. 

Acute lung injury (ALI) is a medical disorder with concentrated oxygenation capacity of the lungs in spite of administering oxygen in high concentrations. Acute lung injury (ALI) comprises acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a grave and deadly form of acute lung injury, and other minor degrees of lung injuries.

Dental crowns and bridges are fixed prosthetic devices used in dental restoration. These devices are fixed on the damaged tooth using dental cement and aid in improving the strength as well as appearance of the tooth. A crown is a dental restoration device, which completely caps a damaged tooth or dental implant, while a bridge is used to fill in the missing tooth by attaching a dental implant or by fixing an artificial tooth permanently.