Nuclear Medicine Radioisotopes Global Market Report 2024

The nuclear medicine radioisotopes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.57 billion in 2023 to $8.21 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth observed in the historic period can be ascribed to various factors, including the discovery of radioactivity, the emergence of nuclear medicine, its therapeutic applications, advancements in clinical research, and the rising demand from patients.

The nuclear medicine radioisotopes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.44 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The projected growth can be linked to several factors such as increased healthcare expenditures, the ongoing expansion of healthcare infrastructure, heightened awareness regarding environmental sustainability, educational campaigns, awareness programs, and the burgeoning medical tourism sector. Notable trends expected during this period encompass the development of novel radioisotopes, advancements in production and supply chain methodologies, the integration of microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip technology, the utilization of artificial intelligence in radiopharmaceutical development, and the application of nanotechnology.

The increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is anticipated to drive the growth of the nuclear medicine radioisotope market in the coming years. Cardiovascular diseases, which encompass conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, are on the rise due to factors such as sedentary lifestyles, poor dietary habits, obesity, and aging populations. Nuclear medicine radioisotopes play a crucial role in diagnosing, evaluating, and managing cardiovascular diseases by providing detailed insights into cardiac function, perfusion, and tissue viability, which are essential for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. For example, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of coronary heart disease among adults in the United States increased from 4.6% in 2020 to 4.9% in 2021. Hence, the growing cases of cardiovascular diseases are fueling the demand for nuclear medicine radioisotopes.

Key players in the nuclear medicine radioisotopes market are concentrating on developing innovative products such as compact low-energy cyclotrons to enhance the production and availability of radioisotopes, thereby ensuring more efficient and accessible diagnostic and therapeutic options. Compact low-energy cyclotrons are small particle accelerators used to create radioisotopes for medical imaging and treatments in nuclear medicine. For instance, in January 2022, IBA introduced Cyclone Key, a new accelerator designed to provide increased access to diagnostic solutions and enable in-house production of radiopharmaceuticals. Cyclone Key offers features such as a compact and efficient design, fully automated operation, multiple isotope production capabilities, ease of installation and operation, water cooling, self-shielding, and high performance, making it versatile and reliable.

In April 2024, Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited acquired ARTMS, a Canada-based company specializing in novel radioisotope technology. This acquisition aimed to bolster Telix Pharmaceuticals' nuclear medicine capabilities, optimize production procedures, and expand its range of diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals. ARTMS's innovative radioisotope technology holds promise for advancing nuclear medicine applications and addressing the growing demand for radiopharmaceuticals in the diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions, including cardiovascular diseases.

Major companies operating in the nuclear medicine radioisotopes market are Cardinal Health Inc., Bayer Aktiengesellschaft, Siemens Healthineers AG, GE HealthCare Technologies, BWX Technologies Inc., Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, Bracco Imaging S.p.A., Lantheus Holdings Inc., Curium Pharma, Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) Health, Eckert & Ziegler Strahlen, NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes, NTP Radioisotopes, Shine Medical Technologies Inc., Jubilant DraxImage Inc., Isotopia Molecular Imaging Ltd., Eczacıbaşı-Monrol Nuclear Products, International Isotopes Inc., Polatom Sp. z o.o., Radiomedix Inc., Positron Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the nuclear medicine radioisotopes market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the nuclear medicine radioisotopes market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the nuclear medicine radioisotopes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Radioactive isotopes, known as nuclear medicine radioisotopes, play crucial roles in diagnosing, treating, and researching diverse medical conditions. These isotopes emit radiation that specialized equipment detects and images, aiding in diagnosis, or administer therapeutic radiation doses to specific tissues. Integral to modern medical practices, nuclear medicine radioisotopes offer essential diagnostic information and therapeutic solutions, thereby enhancing patient outcomes.

Among the primary types of nuclear medicine radioisotopes are technetium-99m (Tc-99m), thallium-201 (Tl-201), iodine (I-123), fluorine-18, rubidium-82 (Rb-82), iodine-131 (I-131), lutetium-177 (Lu-177), radium-223 (Ra-223) and alpharadin, actinium-225 (Ac-225), and others. Technetium-99m (Tc-99m), widely employed in nuclear medicine imaging, facilitates the diagnosis of various medical conditions across oncology, cardiology, thyroid, neurology, and other fields. End users including hospitals, diagnostic centers, specialty clinics, as well as educational and research institutes, benefit from its applications.

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The nuclear medicine radioisotopes market consists of sales of yttrium-90, indium-111, carbon-11, samarium-153, and strontium-89. 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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