PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1811052
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1811052
Treatment planning systems and advanced image processing pertain to specialized software and imaging technologies designed to accurately plan and optimize treatments, especially in radiation therapy and surgical interventions. These systems employ sophisticated algorithms and imaging data to improve visualization, enable precise targeting, and enhance clinical results.
The primary elements of treatment planning systems and advanced image processing include advanced image processing software and treatment planning software. Advanced image processing software consists of specialized tools that enhance, analyze, and interpret medical images to improve visualization and diagnosis. Techniques employed encompass 3D image reconstruction, in-room imaging, and image registration using graphics processing units. The core technologies enabling these systems include magnetic resonance imaging-based planning, computed tomography-based planning, and radiation therapy. These systems have diverse applications such as online monitoring, dose accumulation, tracking, adaptive radiotherapy, image registration validation, among others, and are extensively used by various end users including hospitals, cancer research centers, diagnostic and treatment facilities, and more.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The fast surge in U.S. tariffs and the trade tensions that followed in spring 2025 are heavily affecting the medical equipment sector, particularly for imported imaging machine components, surgical-grade stainless steel, and plastic disposables. Hospitals and clinics resist price hikes, pressuring manufacturers' margins. Regulatory hurdles compound the problem, as tariff-related supplier changes often require re-certification of devices, delaying time-to-market. Companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing critical parts, expanding domestic production of commoditized items, and accelerating R&D in cost-efficient materials.
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The treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market size have grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.25 billion in 2024 to $2.51 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3%. The growth during the historic period can be credited to the growing inclination toward non-invasive treatment methods, increased healthcare investments in oncology infrastructure, rising demand for automated treatment planning systems, expanded adoption of adaptive radiotherapy, and the increasing use of cloud-based treatment planning solutions.
The treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.81 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be credited to the rising incidence of cancer cases, increased adoption of radiation therapy procedures, growing demand for personalized medicine, greater integration of artificial intelligence in imaging and planning, and heightened awareness of early diagnosis and treatment. Key trends expected during the forecast period include advancements in cloud-native treatment planning platforms, expanded use of digital twins for personalized radiotherapy, development of integrated hybrid imaging and planning ecosystems, innovations in neuro-oncology-specific planning modules, and enhanced incorporation of radiomics into planning workflows.
The growing burden of chronic diseases is anticipated to drive the expansion of the treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market in the coming years. Chronic diseases are prolonged, non-communicable conditions that require continuous medical attention and can impact daily functioning. The rise in chronic disease cases is primarily linked to the aging population, as older adults are more susceptible to persistent health issues. Treatment planning and advanced image processing aid in managing chronic conditions by enabling accurate diagnosis, targeted treatment strategies, and real-time monitoring, resulting in enhanced treatment precision and improved patient outcomes. For example, in April 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a US-based federal agency, reported that 76.4% of individuals in the US had one or more chronic conditions in 2023, with prevalence ranging from 59.5% among young adults to 93.0% among older adults. As a result, the increasing chronic disease burden is contributing to the market growth of treatment planning systems and advanced image processing.
Leading companies in the treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market are prioritizing the development of technological innovations, such as automated treatment planning, to increase accuracy, reduce planning time, and enhance patient outcomes in radiation therapy. Automated treatment planning involves the use of sophisticated software algorithms and artificial intelligence to create optimized radiation therapy plans with minimal manual effort, improving efficiency, uniformity, and precision in cancer care. For instance, in May 2025, RaySearch Laboratories, a Sweden-based medical technology firm, introduced RayStation v2025 to enhance support for adaptive therapy. This version provides fast, automated radiation therapy planning using advanced machine learning and accommodates upright treatments. It promotes improved consistency, operational efficiency, and personalized cancer treatment.
In May 2024, Elekta AB, a Sweden-based medical technology company, acquired the patent portfolio for the Pinnacle Treatment Planning System (TPS) from Koninklijke Philips N.V. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to bolster Elekta AB's Elekta One software suite by incorporating the advanced treatment planning functionalities of Philips' Pinnacle system, thereby increasing precision and workflow efficiency in radiation therapy. Koninklijke Philips N.V., based in the Netherlands, offers comprehensive solutions in both treatment planning systems and advanced image processing.
Major players in the treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market are Hitachi Ltd., Siemens Healthineers AG, Koninklijke Philips N.V., GE HealthCare Technologies Inc., Zimmer Biomet, Dentsply Sirona, Institut Straumann AG, Varian Medical Systems, Elekta AB, Agfa-Gevaert Group, Nobel Biocare, Accuray Incorporated, Brainlab AG, Canon Medical Systems Corporation, ViewRay Inc., MIM Software, C-RAD AB, IBA Radiopharma Solutions, IntraOp Medical Corporation, DOSIsoft SA, Mercurius Health, and Mirada Medical Limited.
North America was the largest region in the treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as radiation therapy planning, image acquisition and enhancement, and tumor and organ segmentation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The treatment planning systems and advanced image processing market also includes sales of radiation therapy planning software, brachytherapy planning systems, and proton therapy planning tools. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values; that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values and are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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