A mammogram is nothing but an
x-ray image of the breasts. It is a specialized medical imaging that utilizes a
low dose x-ray system in order to see inside the breast. A mammography test,
known as a mammogram, helps in early detection and analysis of breast cancer. A
mammogram is suggested for younger women having signs of breast cancer or for
those who may have a high risk of getting affected by the disease. The global
mammography market is anticipated to reach nearly USD 4 billion by 2025, as per
a new study by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to grow at a decent
CAGR of over 10.5 % over the forecast period (from 2013 to 2025). This
market growth can be attributed to the increasing cases of breast cancer and
rising awareness levels related to preventive health check for breast cancer.
Breast Tomosynthesis - A Recent Advance in
Mammography:
A breast tomosynthesis, also
called as 3D mammography, enables the breast to be analyzed in 1-millimeter 3D
“slices”. This novel technology increases the sensitivity and specificity of
mammograms; it’s been shown in studies to increase cancer detection. By
allowing the visualization in thin slices, this technology eliminates any
overlap of normal tissues, thus decreasing inaccurate results.
Benefits of Tomosynthesis:
The major benefits of the
tomosynthesis technology are:
· Easy detection shows the internal structure of
the breasts without any shadowing & distortion
· Decreased call backs for extra testing &
screening
· Quick detection as thin tissue layers are shown
separately and the suspicious lesions from conventional 2D image can be
excluded as benign
· Enhanced imaging for larger, dense breast tissues
· Improved comfort levels as 2- & 3-D images
can be created in a single compression
Market Insight:
The rising healthcare
expenditure, flourishing healthcare industry, and escalating demands for
regular monitoring are some of the key factors expected to drive the demand for
mammography equipment over the coming years. Some of the major companies in the
mammography
market are Phillips Healthcare; Siemens Healthcare;
Toshiba Medical Systems; Hologic Inc.; and GE Healthcare. Based on the
presentations by investors, it was confirmed that the Hologic Inc. occupies
nearly half of the global industry share.
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