The China ultrasound device market is expected to reach approximately US$ 3.53 billion in 2033 from an estimated US$ 2.06 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.15% from 2025 to 2033. The key drivers for this growth will be the increasing demand for healthcare, advancements in imaging technologies, and increased usage of ultrasound devices for diagnostics and therapeutic purposes in hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical centers.
The report China Ultrasound Devices Market & Forecast covers by Portability (Trolley/Cart, Compact/Handheld), Application (Radiology/General Cardiology, Gynecology, Vascular, Urology, Others), End User (Hospitals, Surgical Centers, Diagnostic Centers, Maternity Centers, Ambulatory Care, Academic institutions), and Company 2024-2033.
The need for ultrasound devices is inevitable in the growth of healthcare needs in China. With this fast-aged population, incidence cases of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disorders and cancers increase every year. The demand for more accurate and early diagnoses of these diseases is ever-growing. Ultrasound machines have greatly been used in prenatal care to assess fetal health and detect congenital anomalies. They are also crucial in rural and underserved areas due to their portability and cost-effectiveness. Technological advancements, such as 3D/4D imaging and AI-enhanced diagnostics, are further driving the adoption of ultrasound devices in China’s expanding healthcare system.
The China cardiology ultrasound equipment market is growing at an encouraging rate, driven by increased cardiovascular diseases and an older population. These devices provide indispensable support in diagnosing cardiac conditions, monitoring cardiac activity, and guiding interventions such as surgeries. Government plans such as the Healthy China 2030 plan look towards better access to advanced diagnosis technologies, which will positively support cardiology ultrasound equipment consumption. Technological advancements, including 3D/4D imaging and Doppler technology, are improving the accuracy and speed of diagnosis. In addition, portable and handheld ultrasound devices are increasingly used in rural areas to overcome access challenges. This market is further expected to grow as health care demands increase.
China Ultrasound device Market; A new Long-Term JV launched on Feb 2023 in form of non-premium CT, as well as General imaging Ultrasound solution.
In April 2023, the Pediatric Cardiovascular Department of West China Second University Hospital in Yibin City conducted a screening test for congenital heart disease in children. Medical experts determined the patient's diagnosis through a portable ultrasound device by Chison known as SonoBook.
2. Compact/Handheld Ultrasound Devices
2. Cardiology
3. Gynecology
4. Vascular
5. Urology
6. Others
2. Surgical Centers
3. Diagnostic Centers
4. Maternity Centers
5. Ambulatory Care Centers
6. Academic Institutions
2. Koninklijke Philips NV
3. Siemens AG
4. Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd.
5. Hologic, Inc.
6. Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
7. GE Healthcare
8. Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd.
The report China Ultrasound Devices Market & Forecast covers by Portability (Trolley/Cart, Compact/Handheld), Application (Radiology/General Cardiology, Gynecology, Vascular, Urology, Others), End User (Hospitals, Surgical Centers, Diagnostic Centers, Maternity Centers, Ambulatory Care, Academic institutions), and Company 2024-2033.
China Ultrasound Devices Market Outlook
Ultrasound devices are diagnostic imaging equipment that employs high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of internal body structures. Ultrasound devices are noninvasive, radiation-free, and versatile, and thus highly important in medical diagnostics. They are used widely for various healthcare applications, including obstetrics, cardiology, radiology, urology, and emergency medicine, and provide detailed information about organs, tissues, and blood flow.The need for ultrasound devices is inevitable in the growth of healthcare needs in China. With this fast-aged population, incidence cases of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disorders and cancers increase every year. The demand for more accurate and early diagnoses of these diseases is ever-growing. Ultrasound machines have greatly been used in prenatal care to assess fetal health and detect congenital anomalies. They are also crucial in rural and underserved areas due to their portability and cost-effectiveness. Technological advancements, such as 3D/4D imaging and AI-enhanced diagnostics, are further driving the adoption of ultrasound devices in China’s expanding healthcare system.
Growth Driver in the China Ultrasound Devices Market
Growing Healthcare Infrastructure
China's expanding healthcare infrastructure is a major driver of the ultrasound devices market. The number of hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers built in the rural and underdeveloped regions has also enhanced medical imaging availability. Increased commitment to healthcare service improvement under Healthy China 2030 plan has increased the demand for more advanced diagnostic equipment such as ultrasound. They are chosen due to their low cost, portability, and their ability to diagnose numerous conditions. As healthcare facilities grow and modernize, the adoption of ultrasound devices is expected to rise significantly, meeting the diagnostic needs of an aging population and increasing disease burden. In September 2024, China's Ministry of Commerce, the National Health Commission, and the National Medical Products Administration introduced a policy allowing wholly foreign-owned hospitals to operate in major cities such as Beijing and Shanghai.Increasing Prevalence of Chronic Diseases
The increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular conditions, liver disorders, and cancers, is driving demand for ultrasound devices in China. These conditions require frequent monitoring and precise imaging, making ultrasound an essential tool in diagnosis and treatment planning. China’s aging population has heightened the need for diagnostic solutions to address age-related illnesses. Ultrasound devices are widely used in cardiology, abdominal imaging, and oncology due to their noninvasive nature and real-time imaging capabilities. As chronic diseases continue to rise, ultrasound devices are becoming indispensable in the country's healthcare system.Technological Advancements in Ultrasound Devices
Technological innovations are transforming the ultrasound device market in China, enhancing image quality, portability, and diagnostic accuracy. Advanced features include 3D/4D imaging, Doppler technology, and AI integration which help in a more precise, efficient, and complete process of diagnosis. Handheld ultrasound devices are highly available and in demand among portable devices for rural health centers for easy accessibility. With advanced AI, it interprets images faster and makes quicker and more accurate diagnosis in comparison to humans. These advancements expand the range of ultrasound applications and make the devices more accessible and user-friendly, driving their adoption across China’s diverse healthcare landscape. In December 2024, the partnership combines Siemens Healthineers’ Acuson Sequoia system with RadNet’s SmartSonography to enhance imaging standardization and patient care through remote operations and AI integration.Challenges in the China Ultrasound Devices Market
High Initial Costs of Advanced Devices
One of the biggest challenges in the ultrasound equipment market in China lies with expensive advanced imaging systems. Those range from 3D/4D, or artificial intelligence-integrated machines, because significant investment in terms of purchase, installation, and training is involved to handle those systems, limiting adoption from smaller hospitals and clinics especially from rural areas. More cash for facilities to undertake recent innovations remains a factor behind much that cannot be implemented even though health reforms are present by government policies. This factor of cost often discourages frequent upgrades, slowing market growth. The only way to address this challenge is through increased subsidies, financial incentives, and locally manufactured, cost-effective devices tailored to the needs of smaller healthcare providers.Shortage of Skilled Professionals
The need for adequately trained professionals to operate and interpret ultrasound imaging is another significant challenge in China. Advanced ultrasound systems require skilled operators to ensure accurate diagnoses and maximize device efficiency. However, the rural and less-developed areas require more qualified technicians and radiologists. This skill gap hinders the widespread adoption and utilization of ultrasound devices, particularly in underserved areas. Investments in medical education, training programs, and upskilling initiatives are essential to overcome this challenge. In addition, user-friendly technologies and AI-driven automation can bridge the gap by making ultrasound systems more straightforward for non-specialists.China Trolley or Cart-Based Ultrasound Devices Market
Trolley/cart-based ultrasound devices are likely to be among the fastest-growing sections in the China market. That is because those devices provide superior imaging competencies and are easily portable in healthcare centers, making them suitable for a variety of scientific settings. With China's rising healthcare infrastructure and point-of-care diagnostics, the demand for portable, effective ultrasound devices is growing. These devices-based Trolley meet the requirement owing to tremendous imaging at a care point and, thus propelling its predicted rise in the China market.Market Share for Ultrasound Devices from China Market Perspective of the Radiology Segment
Based on a variety of clinical applications and critical place taken by diagnostic imaging, one among the significant shares of Radiology is captured in the china ultrasound device market. With the increasing number of cases of chronic illnesses and accurate diagnosis at the appropriate time, ultrasound technology cannot be lacking in radiology departments all over healthcare institutions. For health checks on the organs as well as planning interventional approaches, the ultrasound apparatus offer flexibility as well as non-invasive nature. Radiology is also a dominant force in the Chinese ultrasound equipment market as healthcare infrastructure development as well as improving diagnostic machinery drives its substantial market share.The China cardiology ultrasound equipment market is growing at an encouraging rate, driven by increased cardiovascular diseases and an older population. These devices provide indispensable support in diagnosing cardiac conditions, monitoring cardiac activity, and guiding interventions such as surgeries. Government plans such as the Healthy China 2030 plan look towards better access to advanced diagnosis technologies, which will positively support cardiology ultrasound equipment consumption. Technological advancements, including 3D/4D imaging and Doppler technology, are improving the accuracy and speed of diagnosis. In addition, portable and handheld ultrasound devices are increasingly used in rural areas to overcome access challenges. This market is further expected to grow as health care demands increase.
China Hospital Ultrasound Device Market
Hospitals have been one of the biggest segments in the China ultrasound device market due to their central role as the primary health care carriers. With the growing numbers of patients and a thrust on better diagnostics, hospitals keep creating high demand for ultrasound devices. Such institutions call for flexible imaging solutions as they have to cater to numerous medical specialties and patient wishes. As China continues its investments in healthcare infrastructure and increases its access to clinical services, hospitals remain integral players in the growth of the ultrasound device market in the country.Main Companies involved in China Ultrasound Device Market
Key Companies playing an important role in China Ultrasound device market is, Canon Medical Systems Corporation, Koninklijke Philips NV, Siemens AG, Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd, Hologic, Inc. and many others with its counterpart, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, GE Healthcare and Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd. among the major contendersChina Ultrasound device Market; A new Long-Term JV launched on Feb 2023 in form of non-premium CT, as well as General imaging Ultrasound solution.
In April 2023, the Pediatric Cardiovascular Department of West China Second University Hospital in Yibin City conducted a screening test for congenital heart disease in children. Medical experts determined the patient's diagnosis through a portable ultrasound device by Chison known as SonoBook.
Portability - Market breakup in 2 viewpoints:
1. Trolley/Cart-based Ultrasound Devices2. Compact/Handheld Ultrasound Devices
Application - Market breakup in 6 viewpoints:
1. Radiology/General Imaging2. Cardiology
3. Gynecology
4. Vascular
5. Urology
6. Others
End-User - Market breakup in 6 viewpoints:
1. Hospitals2. Surgical Centers
3. Diagnostic Centers
4. Maternity Centers
5. Ambulatory Care Centers
6. Academic Institutions
All the Key players have been covered from 3 Viewpoints:
- Overview
- Recent Developments
- Revenue Analysis
Company Analysis:
1. Canon Medical Systems Corporation2. Koninklijke Philips NV
3. Siemens AG
4. Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd.
5. Hologic, Inc.
6. Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
7. GE Healthcare
8. Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction2. Research Methodology3. Executive Summary5. China Ultrasound Device Market10. Value Chain Analysis
4. Market Dynamics
6. Market Share
7. Portability
8. Application
9. End-user
11. Porter’s Five Forces
12. SWOT Analysis
13. Key Players Analysis
Companies Mentioned
- Canon Medical Systems Corporation
- Koninklijke Philips NV
- Siemens AG
- Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd.
- Hologic, Inc.
- Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
- GE Healthcare
- Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd.
Methodology
In this report, for analyzing the future trends for the studied market during the forecast period, the publisher has incorporated rigorous statistical and econometric methods, further scrutinized by secondary, primary sources and by in-house experts, supported through their extensive data intelligence repository. The market is studied holistically from both demand and supply-side perspectives. This is carried out to analyze both end-user and producer behavior patterns, in the review period, which affects price, demand and consumption trends. As the study demands to analyze the long-term nature of the market, the identification of factors influencing the market is based on the fundamentality of the study market.
Through secondary and primary researches, which largely include interviews with industry participants, reliable statistics, and regional intelligence, are identified and are transformed to quantitative data through data extraction, and further applied for inferential purposes. The publisher's in-house industry experts play an instrumental role in designing analytic tools and models, tailored to the requirements of a particular industry segment. These analytical tools and models sanitize the data & statistics and enhance the accuracy of their recommendations and advice.
Primary Research
The primary purpose of this phase is to extract qualitative information regarding the market from the key industry leaders. The primary research efforts include reaching out to participants through mail, tele-conversations, referrals, professional networks, and face-to-face interactions. The publisher also established professional corporate relations with various companies that allow us greater flexibility for reaching out to industry participants and commentators for interviews and discussions, fulfilling the following functions:
- Validates and improves the data quality and strengthens research proceeds
- Further develop the analyst team’s market understanding and expertise
- Supplies authentic information about market size, share, growth, and forecast
The researcher's primary research interview and discussion panels are typically composed of the most experienced industry members. These participants include, however, are not limited to:
- Chief executives and VPs of leading corporations specific to the industry
- Product and sales managers or country heads; channel partners and top level distributors; banking, investment, and valuation experts
- Key opinion leaders (KOLs)
Secondary Research
The publisher refers to a broad array of industry sources for their secondary research, which typically includes, however, is not limited to:
- Company SEC filings, annual reports, company websites, broker & financial reports, and investor presentations for competitive scenario and shape of the industry
- Patent and regulatory databases for understanding of technical & legal developments
- Scientific and technical writings for product information and related preemptions
- Regional government and statistical databases for macro analysis
- Authentic new articles, webcasts, and other related releases for market evaluation
- Internal and external proprietary databases, key market indicators, and relevant press releases for market estimates and forecasts
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 80 |
| Published | February 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 - 2033 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.06 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 3.53 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 6.1% |
| Regions Covered | China |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 8 |
