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I believe that adoption of handheld ultrasound imaging devices can lead to about 10% enhancement in physicians' / radiologists' efficiency, thereby allowing them to perform more scans in a single day
-- CEO, a Germany-based small-sized company
The global handheld ultrasound scanners market is estimated to grow from USD 583 million in 2024 to USD 1,142 million by 2030, representing a CAGR of 12% during the forecast period.
Given the growing prevalence of chronic diseases and cancer across the globe, healthcare experts are emphasizing early diagnosis to facilitate appropriate treatment and prevent severe consequences.
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Over the years, clinicians have been using ultrasound (a conventional imaging solution) to accurately visualize internal organ systems for disease diagnosis. Although conventional ultrasound plays a significant role in diagnostics, limitations such as restricted mobility, low throughput, and dependency on stationary power sources create challenges in diagnosing patients with physical disabilities and other issues. Furthermore, its bulky design consumes a lot of space, which creates difficulty in the installation of ultrasound imaging equipment in hospitals and clinical settings with limited spaces. Therefore, to overcome the challenges, point-of-care ultrasound or handheld ultrasound imaging devices emerge as a viable solution to empower clinicians with portable, mobile, and lightweight scanners for disease diagnosis. These versatile diagnostic devices provide immediate access to medical imaging of the patient at their bedside and during patient transportation, making diagnostics convenient and accessible. It is worth highlighting here that multiple studies are available that describe the key role of handheld ultrasound scanners in primary care – these point-of-care ultrasound systems help in evaluation of cardiac function and a quick fetal check. Furthermore, handheld ultrasound imaging devices span almost all healthcare disciplines, such as cardiology, musculoskeletal, gynecology, abdomen, orthopedics, obstetrics, urology, and pediatrics. It is important to highlight here that these point-of-care ultrasound devices are useful in diagnosing patients with pleural wall thickening and lung congestion, a common characteristic of pneumonia.
As ultrasound continues to be a primary imaging choice for clinical diagnostics, handheld ultrasound imaging devices will gain popularity due to benefits such as ease of use, quick image capture at point-of-care, and portability. In order to make medical imaging more convenient and accessible, various industry leaders are increasing their efforts to improve handheld ultrasound devices by incorporating features such as connectivity to mobile applications, customized software, remote patient monitoring, and advanced safety provisions. It is worth highlighting here that the key players are also focusing on the cost reduction of these handheld ultrasound imaging devices to enhance their reach to resource-deprived countries. For instance, Butterfly IQ (an innovative handheld ultrasound scanner) is available at only 2% of the cost of a conventional ultrasound imaging machine (USD 100,000). Furthermore, the increasing interest in portable, affordable, and point of care diagnostics is anticipated to create enormous opportunities for medical device companies to develop novel ultrasounds that can facilitate remote diagnostics. In this context, industry leaders have made several investments towards development of homecare ultrasound devices. For instance, in May 2022, GE Healthcare invested around USD 50 million in Pulsenmore (an Israeli startup company) that offers homecare ultrasound solutions or handheld ultrasound devices that can integrate with users' smartphones. This handheld ultrasound device serves as a self-operated prenatal home ultrasound solution for self-scanning and remote clinical assessment by healthcare providers. Owing to the popularity of handheld ultrasound and the rising demand for remote diagnostic technologies, we believe the handheld ultrasound scanners market is expected to grow at a substantial rate during the forecast period.
The research report highlights an in-depth analysis of key players who are currently active across various segments of the handheld ultrasound imaging device industry, as mentioned in the table below.
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| Historical Trend | From 2019 | |
| Forecast Period | Till 2030 | |
| Market Size 2030 | USD 1,142 million | |
| Market CAGR | ~12% | |
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The key objective of the handheld ultrasound scanners market report is to provide a detailed market analysis in order to estimate the existing market size, market share, market growth, market trends, market value, market forecast, market outlook, statistics, and future opportunities for companies developing handheld ultrasound scanners, over the forecast period. Based on the demand, likely adoption, and expected price variations for these devices, we have provided an informed estimate of the evolution of the market for the forecast period till 2030.
The market report also features the likely distribution of the current and forecasted opportunity within the handheld ultrasound scanners market across [A] application area (cardiac, emergency medicines, gynecological / obstetrics, musculoskeletal, pulmonary, urological, vascular, and other application areas), [B] type of transducer array (convex / curved, endocavity, linear, phased and other scanners), [C] type of software (smartphone application and customized software-based scanners), [D] end-users (ambulatory surgical centers, diagnostic imaging centers, hospitals, maternity clinics, specialty clinics and other end-users), and [E] key geographical regions (North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific and rest of the world). In order to account for future uncertainties and to add robustness to our model, we have provided three market forecast scenarios, namely conservative, base, and optimistic scenarios, representing different tracks of the industry's growth.
The opinions and insights presented in the market report were influenced by discussions held with senior stakeholders in the industry. The market research report features detailed transcripts of interviews held with the following industry stakeholders:
All actual figures have been sourced and analyzed from publicly available information forums and primary research discussions. Financial figures mentioned in this market research report are in USD unless otherwise specified.
Handheld Ultrasound Scanners Market Share Insights
Based on the type of application, the handheld ultrasound scanners market is segmented into cardiac, emergency medicines, gynecological / obstetrics, musculoskeletal, pulmonary, urological, vascular, and other application areas. According to our projection, gynecological / obstetrics accounts for the largest share of the market in 2024 and is poised to hold 21% of the overall revenue share by 2030. The highest share is likely due to the high requirement of ultrasound for frequent monitoring of fetal development during pregnancy. Handheld ultrasound scanners provide on-spot imaging, which is essential for quick assessment in gynecology. It is worth highlighting here that owing to the increasing usage of ultrasound during emergency situations, emergency medicine is likely to grow at a higher CAGR value of 12.3% during the forecast period.
On the basis of transducer array type, the handheld ultrasound scanners market is bifurcated into convex / curved, endocavity, linear, phased, and other scanners. According to our market study, convex / curved array accounts for the highest share in 2024 and is estimated to capture 35% of the overall revenue share by 2030. This can be attributed to the fact that convex / curved arrays offer a broad field of view, which is useful for imaging large areas, making them ideal for pelvic and abdominal examination. Furthermore, these arrays are highly versatile and can be used for a wide range of applications, including gynecology, abdominal, and general assessment. Notably, the growth trend is likely to remain unchanged owing to its ease of usage, and this segment is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 12.3% during the forecast period.
Based on the type of software, the handheld ultrasound scanners market is segmented into smartphone applications and customized software-based scanners. Presently, smartphone application account for the highest share of the market in 2024 and is projected to hold 62% of the revenue share by 2030. The highest share is due to the growing demand for point-of-care diagnostics and remote monitoring. These handheld ultrasound scanners offer a user-friendly interface and can be integrated with smartphones for quick imaging and analysis. It is important to highlight here that advancements in smartphone technology, such as powerful processors and high-resolution displays, have significantly improved the functionality of ultrasound applications on smartphones. However, with the growing shift towards point-of-care testing and personalized diagnostics procedures, customized software-based scanners will grow at a CAGR of 13% during the forecast period.
Based on the type of end-user, the global market is segmented into ambulatory surgical centers, diagnostic imaging centers, hospitals, maternity clinics, specialty clinics, and other end-users. According to our projection, hospitals segment is projected to hold 26% of overall handheld ultrasound scanners market share by 2030. Handheld ultrasound scanners offer a range of applications, including use in emergency, cardiology, obstetrics, and musculoskeletal departments, making it an important tool in hospitals for diverse diagnostics requirements. It is interesting to note here that the diagnostic imaging centers segment will grow at a CAGR of 13%, driven by the growing demand for point-of-care testing tools for accurate diagnostics.
The handheld ultrasound scanners market is distributed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the rest of the world. According to our projection, North America accounts for the highest share in 2024 and is poised to capture 38.5% of overall revenue share by 2030. This can be attributed to the growing adoption of advanced medical imaging technologies and supportive regulatory frameworks for the development of advanced medical imaging devices. Furthermore, the growing prevalence of chronic conditions in North America has surged the requirement for advanced diagnostics tools that can facilitate remote monitoring of patients. However, in Europe, the market is estimated to grow at a higher CAGR of 13% during the forecast period.
The “Global Handheld Ultrasound Scanners Market: Industry Trends and Future Forecast, till 2030” market report features an extensive study of the current market landscape, market size, market share, market growth, market trends, market value, market forecast, market outlook, statistics and future opportunities for medical device developers. The market research report features an in-depth analysis, highlighting the capabilities of various stakeholders engaged in the market.
Presently, the market landscape features the presence of several well-established and startup companies that are currently making efforts to develop innovative handheld ultrasound scanners. It is worth highlighting here that these medical device developers are offering nearly 100 devices that enable patients to scan body parts independently. In order to maintain a competitive edge, several big medical device companies are engaged in the development of point-of-care handheld ultrasound imaging devices that offer a wide variety of imaging modes for generating high-quality diagnostic images, such as GE Healthcare, Philips and Siemens. In addition, various stakeholders have entered into partnerships and collaboration agreements to enhance their product portfolio and leverage technological expertise for the manufacturing of handheld ultrasound scanners.
The global market for handheld ultrasound scanners is likely to be propelled by the growing incidence of chronic diseases across the globe. It is evident that patients with chronic diseases require frequent monitoring to determine disease indications. Handheld ultrasound scanners are increasingly adopted by healthcare providers and patients as they are minimally invasive and improve patient care with accurate as well as frequent diagnostics. In addition to the growing incidence of chronic diseases, technological advancements such as the integration of artificial intelligence, customized software applications, and smartphone applications for quick imaging are significant drivers of the handheld ultrasound scanners market growth.
The emergence of advanced handheld ultrasound imaging devices has given a new direction for point-of-care diagnostics. Presently, various innovative device developers have manufactured cutting-edge handheld ultrasound imaging devices that have a wide range of applications in the healthcare fields like critical care medicine, emergency medicine, and musculoskeletal disorder diagnosis. Since these devices are easy to access and fit into limited space, there has been a surge in the demand for handheld ultrasound scanners, which is anticipated to be a major growth driver of the handheld ultrasound scanners market.
Handheld ultrasound imaging devices are in great demand owing to their portability and easy accessibility for diagnosing diseases. Despite its significance, concerns associated with complex regulatory compliance may create challenges for the device developers to receive approval from the FDA. Furthermore, limited reimbursement available for medical imaging to the payer may limit its adoption on a large scale. It is worth noting here that a handheld ultrasound imaging device is an emerging technology and is currently considered an investigational imaging device for disease diagnostics. Therefore, it is not covered under the CPT code list, which is expected to impede the growth of the handheld ultrasound scanners market.
Currently, the market is witnessing an unprecedented opportunity to drive innovation in this field and develop advanced portable ultrasound that helps in the independent diagnosis of diseases remotely. It is worth highlighting here that the current focus of key players is on the integration of AR and VR technologies within handheld ultrasound devices. The integration of technology ensures an increase in the three-dimensional imaging capabilities of handheld ultrasound imaging devices. Furthermore, the growing interest in smart ultrasound technologies, wireless technologies, and customized software applications for obstetrics, musculoskeletal, and cardiology imaging are providing various opportunities for industry leaders to develop advanced imaging solutions for patients for precise diagnostics. In March 2024, SmartAlpha and Siemens Healthineers announced a partnership agreement during a signing ceremony at the ECR (European Congress of Radiology). The partnership aims to offer AI-powered applications for real-time ultrasound scanning. Driven by ongoing partnerships and rising interest in portable diagnosing technologies, we believe that the handheld ultrasound scanners market will grow at a steady rate during the forecast period.
The current market size for handheld ultrasound scanners is estimated to be worth USD 583 million. The market growth is expected to be driven by the rising trend of inpatient care to outpatient care in most of the developed as well as developing regions. Moreover, the incorporation of artificial intelligence is driving the market growth, which is anticipated at a CAGR of 12% during the forecast period.
Examples of key companies engaged in developing handheld ultrasound imaging devices (which have also been profiled in this market report; the complete list of companies is available in the full report) include Butterfly Network, Clarius Mobile Health, EchoNous, Fujifilm, GE Healthcare, Philips and WuHan Youkey Bio-Medical Electronics. This market report includes an easily searchable excel database of all the companies providing handheld ultrasound scanners, worldwide.
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Several recent developments have taken place in the field of handheld ultrasound imaging devices. We have outlined some of these recent initiatives below. These developments, even if they took place post the release of our market report, substantiate the overall market trends that have been outlined in our analysis.