Medical Radiation Detection, Monitoring & Safety Global Market Report 2024

Medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety equipment are specifically designed for detecting and monitoring radiation intensity while also safeguarding users from the potential harmful effects of radiation exposure. These tools are crucial for monitoring and detecting radiation during various medical procedures.

The main types of medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety products in the market include personal dosimeters, area process monitors, environmental radiation monitors, surface contamination monitors, radioactive material monitors, and various other products dedicated to medical radiation detection and monitoring. Personal dosimeters are devices worn by individuals for a specific period and then sent to a facility for analysis of the radiation dose, though they can also be examined on-site. Safety products include full-body protection, face protection, hand safety, and other equipment designed for medical radiation safety. Various types of detectors, such as gas-filled detectors, scintillators, and solid-state detectors, are employed in both hospital and non-hospital settings.

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The medical radiation detection, monitoring & safety market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.88 billion in 2023 to $2.07 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including a focus on regulatory compliance, the expansion of radiation therapy, growth in nuclear medicine, an emphasis on patient safety, and efforts towards emergency preparedness.

The medical radiation detection, monitoring & safety market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.97 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as the development of personalized radiation therapy, advancements in diagnostic radiology, increased focus on worker and patient safety, and initiatives for radiation dose reduction. Key trends during this period include ongoing advancements in X-ray and imaging technologies, continuous technological innovation, the integration of advanced imaging techniques, the enhancement of radiation monitoring through artificial intelligence (AI), and progress in dosimetry methods.

The anticipated increase in the prevalence of cancers is expected to drive the growth of the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market in the future. Cancer is characterized by uncontrolled cell multiplication and spread to other parts of the body. As cancer patients undergo radiation therapy and nuclear medicine, exposing them to potentially harmful radioactive particles, the utilization of medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety equipment becomes crucial to protect patients from harmful radiation effects. These technologies also serve the purpose of detecting and monitoring radiation levels. For example, the American Cancer Society Inc. estimates that there will be 1,958,310 new cancer cases diagnosed in the US in 2023, showing an increase compared to the more than 1,918,030 new cases reported in 2022. Consequently, the high prevalence of cancers is a key driver fueling the expansion of the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market.

The growth of the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market is also expected to be propelled by the increasing number of radiotherapy centers. These specialized medical facilities focus on cancer treatment through the application of ionizing radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, with the goal of targeting and eliminating cancer cells while minimizing harm to healthy tissue. The use of medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety equipment is essential to ensure the precise delivery of radiation dosages, safeguarding both medical staff and patients from unnecessary exposure and upholding the highest safety standards during cancer treatment. According to data from August 2022, there were 3,318 brachytherapy cancer centers worldwide, with the United States leading the count at 772 machines. This signifies the highest number of brachytherapy centers by country and highlights the growing importance of radiotherapy centers in driving the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market.

A prominent trend in the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market is the emphasis on research and development for technological advancement. Leading companies are channeling investments into R&D activities to introduce new products and foster innovation. Mirion Technologies, Inc., a nuclear monitoring and detection systems provider, reported substantial R&D expenses in 2021, with a notable increase compared to 2020. This investment was primarily directed toward the development of innovative products such as evrCAM, leveraging the company's core technology for radiation-tolerant cameras in the nuclear power industry.

Companies operating in the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market are also adopting the trend of introducing apps for radiation protection to gain a competitive edge. These apps provide tools like dose tracking, safety guidelines, and real-time monitoring to ensure user safety in environments prone to radiation. For instance, Polimaster Inc., a provider of radiation control solutions, recently released the Polismart iOS app for iPhones and iPads in March 2023. This application is designed to enhance the operation of Polimaster products, including radiation control devices like detectors and dosimeters, offering users improved accessibility to device history, settings modification, and the full utilization of device capabilities.

In January 2021, Mirion Technologies Inc. acquired Sun Nuclear Corporation, a medical devices company specializing in medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety devices. This strategic move allows Mirion to broaden its range of products and services in the medical sector, further consolidating its position in the market.

Major companies operating in the medical radiation detection, monitoring & safety market include Fortive Corp., Mirion Technologies Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Ludlum Measurements Inc., Radiation Detection Company (RDC) Inc., Atomtex, Ion Beam Applications SA, Scionix Holland B.V., RadComm Systems, Micron Semiconductor Ltd., Bar-ray Products Inc., Bertin Technologies SAS, Centronic Ltd., Fluke Biomedical, Burlington Medical, AliMed Inc., Polimaster Ltd., AmRay Group, Infab LLC, Arrow-Tech Inc., SE International Inc., Nucleonix Systems, Alpha Spectra Inc., LND Inc., Trivitron Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., Lite Tech Industries LLC, BLOXR Solutions LLC, Sun Nuclear Corporation, Biodex Medical Systems Inc., PTW Freiburg GmbH

North America will be the largest region in the medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety market share report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the medical radiation detection, monitoring and safety market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The medical radiation detection, monitoring, and safety equipment market consists of sales of geigermueller (gm) detectors with pancake probes, alpha radiation survey meter, dose rate meter, and portal monitors. 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 that 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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