US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market: Strategic Analysis and Opportunity Assessment to 2015

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Introduction

Abstract

US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market: Strategic Analysis and Opportunity Assessment to 2015

Summary

GlobalData has released its latest research on a key segment within the medical equipment industry. The “US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market: Strategic Analysis and Opportunity Assessment to 2015” report is an essential source of data and analysis on the US CT market with complete coverage by categories. This medical device report on computed tomography provides market landscape, competitive landscape and market trends information on two market categories - single slice CT and multi slice CT. The report identifies the key trends shaping and driving the dynamism in the US CT market. The report also provides insight on the prevalent competitive landscape and on the emerging players which are expected to bring significant shift in the market standing of the existing leaders. The report also analyses the M&A landscape with special focus on the market participants that have been the most M&A active. The report also provides valuable insight on the pipeline products within the US CT market.

Scope

- The report provides market size data and information on two CT market categories - single slice CT and multi slice CT.
- Annualized market revenues data from 2001 to 2008, forecast forward for 7 years to 2015. Updated company shares data for 2008.
- Analysis and review of the key events and milestones that will impact the future of the US CT market. Each trend independently researched to provide qualitative analysis of what the implications on sectors are, and how are companies responding to these trends.
- Insightful review of key industry drivers, restraints and challenges which are likely to impact the US CT market in the long run.
- In-depth analysis of the M&A landscape with a strong emphasis on the market players, likely to remain active in the near future.
- The report also covers information on the leading market players, the competitive landscape, and the leading pipeline products and technologies. Key companies covered include GE Healthcare, Siemens Healthcare, Philips Healthcare, Toshiba Medical and Hitachi Medical.
- Comprehensive analysis of the most likely developments expected to bring a shift to the market positions of the leading manufacturers.
- The report is built using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research and in house analysis by GlobalData’s team of industry experts.

Reasons to buy

- Develop business strategies by understanding the trends shaping and driving the US CT Market.
- Design and develop your product development, marketing and sales strategies by identifying the market categories poised for a strong growth.
- Exploit in-licensing and out-licensing opportunities by identifying products that are most likely to ensure a robust return.
- Identify key players best positioned to take advantage of the emerging market opportunities by developing insight on the prevalent and anticipated competitive landscape.
- Drive revenues by understanding key trends, innovative products and technologies, market segments and companies likely to impact the US CT market in future.
- Effectively plan your M&A and partnership strategies by identifying companies with the most promising pipeline.
- Identify emerging players with potentially strong product portfolio and create effective counter-strategies to gain competitive advantage.
- What’s the next being thing in the US CT technology landscape? - Identify, understand and capitalize.

Table of Contents

1 Table of contents 2
1.1 List of Tables 3
1.2 List of Figures 3
2 Introduction 4
2.1 GlobalData Report Guidance 4
3 The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems: Market Characterization 5
3.1 Overview 5
3.2 The US Computed Tomography Systems Market, Historic, 2000-2008 6
3.2.1 The US Computed Tomography Systems Market Grew by More than 50% in the Last Eight Years 6
3.2.2 The CT Systems Volume Sales in the US Declined in 2007 and 2008 due to Economic Recession 7
3.2.3 Multi Slice CT Systems Have Seen a Nominal Increase in Price during 2000-2008 8
3.3 The US Computed Tomography Systems Market, Forecasts, 2008-2015 9
3.3.1 The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market Is Expected to be Driven by Increased Utilization in Cardiovascular Diagnosis 9
3.3.2 Multi Slice CT System Unit Sales are Expected to Contribute more than 98% to the Overall CT Systems Market in 2015 10
3.3.3 Multi Slice CT Systems Prices are Expected to Decrease during 2008-2015 11
4 The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems: Market Dynamics 12
4.1 Market Drivers 12
4.1.1 Increasing Demand for Multi-slice CT Systems is Driving the Market 12
4.1.2 Increasing Use of CT Scans for Diagnosing Cardiovascular Diseases to Increase the Demand 12
4.1.3 Manufacturers Financing the Hospital Purchase is Expected to Increase the Uptake of CT Systems 13
4.1.4 Technological Advances are Keeping the Demand Steady for CT Systems 14
4.1.5 Independent Diagnostic Centers to Aid Market Growth 14
4.2 Market Restraints 15
4.2.1 Reimbursement Cuts for Diagnostic Imaging Tests to Restrain the Market Growth 15
4.2.2 Legislation against Self Referrals to Slow the Market Growth 15
4.2.3 High Cost of the Equipment is Slowing the Purchasing Decision of Hospitals and Independent Diagnostic Centers 15
4.2.4 Economic Downturn will still be having Negative Effect on Market Growth in the Near Term 15
5 The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market: Competitive Landscape 16
5.1 Key Companies 17
5.1.1 GE Healthcare 17
5.1.2 Siemens Healthcare 18
5.1.3 Toshiba Medical Systems 19
5.1.4 Hitachi Medical 20
5.1.5 Philips Healthcare 21
5.2 The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market: Key Pipeline Products 23
5.2.1 Aquilion 8-Variable Helical Pitch by Toshiba America Medical Systems 23
5.2.2 Aquilion S4-Variable Helical Pitch by Toshiba America Medical Systems 23
5.2.3 Cone-Beam CT Scanning technology by ProCure Treatment Centers 23
5.2.4 CT scanner by Arineta Ltd 24
6 Appendix 25
6.1 Computed Tomography (CT) Systems - Definitions 25
6.1.1 Single Slice CT 25
6.1.2 Multi Slice CT 25
6.2 Abbreviations 26
6.3 Research Methodology 26
6.4 Secondary Research 26
6.5 Primary Research 27
6.6 Models 27
6.7 Forecasts 27
6.8 Expert Panels 28
6.9 GlobalData Consulting 28
6.10 Contact Us 28
6.11 Disclaimer 28

1.1 List of Tables
Table 1: Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market, US, Overall Revenue ($m), 2000-2008 6
Table 2: CT Systems Market, US, Volume (Units), 2000-2008 7
Table 3: CT Systems Market, US, Average Price ($), 2000-2008 8
Table 4: CT Systems Market, US, Overall Revenue ($m), 2008-2015 9
Table 5: CT Systems Market, US, Volume (units), 2008-2015 10
Table 6: CT Systems Market, US, Average Price ($), 2008-2015 11
Table 7: The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market, Company Share (%), 2008 16
Table 8: GE Healthcare, Key Products 17
Table 9: Siemens Healthcare, Key Products 19
Table 10: Toshiba Medical Systems, Key Products 20
Table 11: Hitachi Medical Corporation, Key Products 21
Table 12: Philips Healthcare, Key Products 22
Table 13: Computed Tomography Systems Pipeline Products By Equipment Type 23

1.2 List of Figures
Figure 1: Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market, US, Overall Revenue ($m), 2000-2008 6
Figure 2: CT Systems Market, US, Volume (Units), 2000-2008 7
Figure 3: CT Systems Market, US, Overall Revenue ($m), 2008-2015 9
Figure 4: CT Systems Market, US, Volume (units), 2008-2015 10
Figure 5: CT Systems, Market Dynamics 12
Figure 6: The US Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market, Company Share (%), 2008 16
Figure 7: Computed Tomography (CT) Systems Market Definition, US, 2008 25
Figure 8: GlobalData Methodology 26

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