The imaging market is being driven by an ageing population, and an increasing prevalence of inactive lifestyle. The imaging market is the largest sub-segment in the global medical equipment market and within imaging, x-ray equipment is the highest selling product category. However, the market is witnessing a shift towards nuclear imaging and computed tomography.

A key trend in the medical imaging market is the introduction of innovative technologies and development of new imaging methods. New softwares are able to more quickly extract data and present results in clearer images. All images are digital, which makes it easier to transmit and store them. The transmission of high-quality images help radiologists to provide professional services from locations around the world.

The medical imaging market is dominated by GE, Siemens and Philips. GE dominates Americas while Siemens is more strong in Europe and Philips in Asia. Within Asia, Philips is focusing more on China. Sales in medical imaging market are driven by technological innovation and therefore, companies are allocating a significant share of their R&D budget to imaging division.

This report analyzes the medical imaging market and examines major trends prevalent in the sector. It also analyzes the sub-segments like contrast agents and radiopharmaceuticals. Apart from providing a competitive landscape of the market, the report profiles major imaging equipment suppliers with a discussion of recent developments.

1. Medical Imaging: Market Segments
X-ray
Ultrasound
Computed Tomography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Positron Emission Tomography
Nuclear Medicine
Mammography
Fluoroscopy

2. Market Overview
2.1 Medical Imaging Market
Ultrasound Market – Potential Opportunity
2.2 US Medical Imaging Market
Medical Imaging Demand
2.3 Contrast Agents
2.4 Radiopharmaceuticals Market
US Radiopharmaceuticals Market
European Radiopharmaceuticals Market
2.5 Medical Imaging for Clinical Trials
2.6 Australian Market
Market Share
Revenue Model

3. Competitive Landscape
Medical Imaging – Market Share
Ultrasound Market Share

4. Market Trends
4.1 Integration of Cell Phones and MRI
4.2 Motion Control in Medical Imaging Systems
4.3 Employers Reducing Imaging Costs
4.4 Technological Innovations in Medical Imaging

5. Company Profiles
5.1 General Electric
Overview
Financial Summary
Significant Developments
Launch of Flat Panel X-ray System in India
Introduction of Ultrasound Fusion
New Technology in Pre-Clinical CT Scan
5.2 Siemens AG
Overview
Financial Summary
Significant Developments
Launch of MR Oncology Applications
New CT system with Minimum Radiation Dose
Integration of ARFI Imaging into Ultrasound
5.3 Philips
Overview
Financial Summary
Significant Developments
Agreement with Hansen Medical
First Closed Loop Imaging Research Trial
Acquisition of Meditronics

List of Tables
Segment Coverage of Contrast Agent Companies
Companies Providing Medical Imaging for Clinical Trials
Revenue Model of Diagnostic Imaging Operators
Australian Diagnostic Imaging Practices Statistics (2007)
GE Revenue by Segments (2005-07)
GE Revenue by Region (2005-07)

List of Charts
Medical Imaging Segments
US Medical Imaging Demand (2001-07)
US Medical Imaging Product Demand by Type (2007)
US Medical Imaging Market Breakdown by Consumables (2007)
European Radiopharmaceuticals Market (2001-10E)
Australian Diagnostic Imaging Market Share (2008E)
Worldwide Medical Imaging – Market Share (2007)
Worldwide Ultrasound Market Share (2007)
MRI Scanners by Region (2006)
X-Ray Scanners by Region (2006)
Comparison of R&D/Sales of Medical Imaging Companies (2007)
Siemens Healthcare Sales by Division (2008)
Siemens Healthcare Profit by Division (2008)
Philips Healthcare Sales by Segment (2007)
Philips Healthcare Sales by Region (2007)