Bone
Densitometers
Bone densitometers are devices used to assess bone mineral
density (BMD) levels in bone tissue. It can be used to detect bone-related
disorders such as osteopenia and osteoporosis. Peripheral and dual energy X-ray
absorptiometry (DEXA) tests are recommended by healthcare providers to check
such levels for their accuracy.
These devices have been successfully used to assess low
calcium levels usually associated with hyperthyroidism in Indian patients.
Postmenopausal women are highly susceptible to these disorders, according to
the National Institutes of Health Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases.
Latest
Developments
Technological advances have led to the integration of
ultrasound and computer assistance which reduce the time required for these
tests. GE Healthcare, one of the leaders in the medical device industry,
introduced Lunar Expert, a device which has a better risk assessment rate. It
can identify signs better with the aid of spatial resolution embedded in the
device.
Mindways Software, Inc., a specialist in developing
innovative medical technologies, has recently received approval from the U.S.
Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for its improved Quantitative Computed
Tomography (QCT). It can easily measure BMD levels in postmenopausal patients
without the need of an additional CT scan.
Holologic Inc.’s latest development in bone densitometry has
led to the introduction of the Delphi System. The device is integrated with
Instant Vertebral Assessment (IVA) to obtain a high-resolution image of the
lateral spine. It has decided to collaborate with Siemens Healthcare to
distribute its product to gain market shares.
Market
Outlook
The worldwide bone
densitometers market size is projected at USD 1.2 billion
by 2025, according to Grand View Research, Inc. It is anticipated to grow at a
CAGR nearing 4% over the forecast period (2014 - 2025). It is majorly driven by
the high incidence of osteoporosis affecting people globally.
Axial bone densitometry technology had dominated the global
market in 2016. But peripheral bone densitometry is expected to gain good
returns over the forecast period. Clinics segment is anticipated to be the
biggest end-user in the forthcoming years. North America dominated the market
in 2016, but Asia Pacific can exhibit a lucrative growth rate. Prominent
players in the market are DMS Group; GE Healthcare; Hologic, Inc.; and BeamMed
Ltd.
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