China Digital X-Ray Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 0.7 Million |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 1.09 Million |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 9.10 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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China Digital X-Ray Market Analysis
The China Digital X-Ray Market size is estimated at USD 0.7 million in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 1.09 million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 9.10% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the digital X-ray market growth in the country. Various researchers proposed many studies demonstrating the advantages of chest X-rays for detecting COVID-19 among patients. For instance, as per the article published in October 2022 in ScienceDirect, researchers from China proposed a multiscale class residual attention (MCRA) network via chest X-ray (CXR) image classification for the detection of COVID-19. Due to this, the demand for digital X-rays during the pandemic rose slightly, which significantly impacted the market growth. Moreover, it is believed that the market is expected to register significant growth in the coming years due to the increase in various chronic diseases and the rise in the adoption of digital X-rays due to their advantages over other imaging technologies.
Factors such as an increase in cases of chronic diseases, a rise in strategic activities by the key players, and rapid technological advancements in digital X-ray systems in China are expected to bolster market growth over the forecast period. For instance, according to the number of new tuberculosis patients registered in China's tuberculosis information surveillance system, China's tuberculosis population in 2021 was 780,000, and the estimated tuberculosis incidence rate was 55 per 100,000. Hence, the high incidence of tuberculosis is expected to increase the demand for digital X-rays for accurate diagnosis and further treatment, thereby contributing to market growth.
Major players are engaged in a variety of strategic activities, such as product launches, collaborations, partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions, which are likely to bolster the growth of the market over the forecast period.
For instance, in August 2022, Tuodao Medical Technology Co., Ltd. presented two products of its orthopedic surgery robot and mobile C-arm X-ray machine at the China Yangtze River Medical Forum - 2022 Orthopedic Annual Meeting. This product coordinates perspective imaging systems, image navigation systems, and robots, which can provide a stable and intelligent support platform for surgery. The robot image navigation technology makes the anatomical structure visualized to carry out detailed operation planning, improve the accuracy of operation, and, at the same time, significantly reduce the amount of X-ray radiation during operation. Hence, strategic product exhibitions like these are anticipated to drive market growth in China over the study period.
Therefore, owing to the increase in chronic disease cases and the rise in strategic activities by the key players, the studied segment is expected to witness significant growth in China over the forecast period. However, the high cost of the equipment is expected to hinder market growth.
China Digital X-Ray Market Trends
Portable X-ray System Segment is Expected to Hold a Significant Market Share Over the Forecast Period
A portable X-ray device is a wireless digital X-ray imaging device for mobile health providers, such as doctors and first-aid workers in field situations, during home care, and in nursing homes and hospitals. Portable digital X-ray systems directly convert the transmitted X-ray radiation into a digital image using an array of solid-state detectors, such as amorphous selenium or silicon and display the image directly on the computer. The digital X-ray emits very little radiation than analog (traditional) X-rays, making it highly safer. The images produced by the digital system are of high quality. They are produced immediately after the procedure, thus reducing the waiting time.
The portable segment is expected to witness significant growth in the studied market owing to the rise in the geriatric population, the launch of technologically advanced products, and the surge in chronic diseases in China. For instance, as per the China Aging Research Report 2022, it is estimated that by 2057, the population over the age of 65 in China is expected to reach a peak of 425 million people, accounting for the proportion of the total population. Hence, the presence of a high geriatric population and the continuous increase in their number is expected to play a significant role in the growth of portable digital X-ray devices in China over the forecast period.
Furthermore, an increase in strategic activities by the key players in China is expected to bolster market growth over the forecast period. For instance, in March 2021, Zepp Health Corp and Rouumtech Co., Ltd expanded their agreement, initially reached with predecessor Aspen Imaging Healthcare, to private label a customized Europa portable X-ray system, along with the company's entire line of X-ray imaging products, for sales in China.
Thus, owing to the increase in the geriatric population and various product launches, the studied segment is expected to witness significant market growth over the forecast period.
Orthopedic Segment is Expected to Witness a Significant Growth in the Studied Market Over the Forecast Period
Factors such as an increase in the prevalence of orthopedic diseases, a rise in the geriatric population, an increase in accidents and injuries, rapid technological developments, and advantages offered by digital X-ray equipment in diagnosing different types of orthopedic diseases are the major factors attributing to the growth of this segment in China.
According to the Guidelines for The Diagnosis and Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA) with Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine published in January 2023, the prevalence of KOA is 24.7% for males and 54.6% for females, and it mostly occurs in people over 40 years old middle-aged and elderly people, and the final disability rate of the disease is 53%. With the aging of the social population, the incidence of this disease is on the rise. Due to this, the demand for digital X-rays is expected to increase in the country, which may drive the growth of the studied segment.
Furthermore, an increase in sports injuries in China is likely to utilize X-ray systems for further diagnosis and treatment. For instance, as per the article published in December 2022 in MedRxiv, during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games, the injury incidence was high in athletes (14.4%), team officials (8.8%), staff (2.1%), and volunteers (2.1%). Also, the medical staff reported 725 injuries and 1119 illnesses, comprising 24 injuries and 31 illnesses per 1000 athletes and nonathletes during the Winter Olympic Games. Thus, owing to the increase in sports injuries, the demand for digital X-rays is likely to rise, thereby fueling the segment's growth over the coming years.
Moreover, the presence of various key players and their strategic activities in the market for digital X-rays in China, including new launches and partnerships, are expected to foster the growth of the market. For instance, in May 2021, Agfa launched DR 100, a mobile DR imaging solution, at the China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) in Shanghai.
Thus, owing to the high prevalence of injury cases, the rise in the geriatric population, and the rise in the adoption of digital X-rays in orthopedic disease detection coupled with various strategic activities by the key players, the studied segment is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.
China Digital X-Ray Industry Overview
China's digital X-ray market is moderately competitive and consists of several major players. The strategic initiatives taken by the market players such as collaboration, and partnership to increase the accessibility of their products in the country also contribute ti the growth of the market. Some of the companies that are currently dominating the market are Canon Medical Systems, Siemens Healthcare GmbH, GE Healthcare, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, and Koninklijke Philips NV among others.
China Digital X-Ray Market Leaders
Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
Koninklijke Philips NV
GE Healthcare
Canon (Canon Medical Systems Corporation)
Siemens Healthcare GmbH
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
China Digital X-Ray Market News
- February 2023: West China Hospital and United Imaging Medical Technology Group Co., Ltd. joined hands again to deepen and upgrade their strategic cooperation. West China Hospital combined with United Imaging's independent and controllable high-end medical equipment vertical innovation system and global innovation resources, the two parties will seamlessly collaborate and innovate, create a new cooperation model of "West China-United Imaging," and promote West China Hospital to become a hospital with global influence. National Medical Center vanguard.
- June 2022: Medwish.com, a medical marketplace for hospital devices based in China, expanded its digital X-ray business in Africa, Asia, South America, and the rest of the world.
China Digital X-Ray Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.2.1 Increasing Prevalence of Chronic Diseases
4.2.2 Increasing Technological Advancements
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 High Cost of Equipment
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size by Value - USD million)
5.1 By Application
5.1.1 Orthopedic
5.1.2 Cancer
5.1.3 Dental
5.1.4 Cardiovascular
5.1.5 Other Applications
5.2 By Technology
5.2.1 Computed Radiography
5.2.2 Direct Radiography
5.3 By Portability
5.3.1 Fixed Systems
5.3.2 Portable Systems
5.4 By End User
5.4.1 Hospitals
5.4.2 Diagnostic Centers
5.4.3 Other End Users
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Company Profiles
6.1.1 Carestream Health Inc.
6.1.2 Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
6.1.3 GE Healthcare
6.1.4 Hologic Inc.
6.1.5 Koninklinje Philips NV
6.1.6 Shimadzu Corporation
6.1.7 Siemens Healthcare GmbH
6.1.8 Canon (Canon Medical Systems Corporation)
6.1.9 Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd (Samsung Healthcare)
6.1.10 Agfa-Gevaert NV
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
China Digital X-Ray Industry Segmentation
As per the scope of this report, digital X-ray or digital radiography is a form of X-ray imaging where digital X-ray sensors are used instead of traditional photographic films. This has the added advantage of time efficiency and the ability to transfer images digitally and enhance them for better visibility. This method bypasses the chemical processing of photographic films. Digital X-ray imaging has high demand, as it requires less radiation exposure compared to traditional X-rays. China's digital X-ray market is segmented by application, technology, portability and end user. By application market is segmented into orthopedic, cancer, dental, cardiovascular, and other applications. By technology market is segmented into computed radiography and direct radiography. By portability market is segmented into (fixed systems, and portable systems). By end-user market is segmented into hospitals, diagnostic centers, and other end users). The report offers the value (in USD) for the above segments.
| By Application | |
| Orthopedic | |
| Cancer | |
| Dental | |
| Cardiovascular | |
| Other Applications |
| By Technology | |
| Computed Radiography | |
| Direct Radiography |
| By Portability | |
| Fixed Systems | |
| Portable Systems |
| By End User | |
| Hospitals | |
| Diagnostic Centers | |
| Other End Users |
China Digital X-Ray Market Research FAQs
How big is the China Digital X-Ray Market?
The China Digital X-Ray Market size is expected to reach USD 0.7 million in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 9.10% to reach USD 1.09 million by 2029.
What is the current China Digital X-Ray Market size?
In 2024, the China Digital X-Ray Market size is expected to reach USD 0.7 million.
Who are the key players in China Digital X-Ray Market?
Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, Koninklijke Philips NV, GE Healthcare, Canon (Canon Medical Systems Corporation) and Siemens Healthcare GmbH are the major companies operating in the China Digital X-Ray Market.
What years does this China Digital X-Ray Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the China Digital X-Ray Market size was estimated at USD 0.64 million. The report covers the China Digital X-Ray Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the China Digital X-Ray Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
China Digital X-Ray Industry Report
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