The increased use of robotics and automated systems for spine surgeries will boost the spinal image guidance systems global market, based on a Transparency Market Research report, according to medGadget.
Here are six observations:
1. A higher prevalence of spinal injuries resulting from fractures, tumors and scoliosis is spurring market growth.
2. Additionally, cancer-related spinal disorders and bone issues will drive growth in the market.
3. Imaging guidance systems' costliness and a dearth of skilled surgeons will hurt the market growth.
4. North America leads the market, followed by Europe.
5. Government and private investments in healthcare will strengthen the Asia-Pacific market.
6. GE Healthcare, Siemens Healthcare, Philips Health, Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Tyco, 7D Surgical Systems, Sulzer and Ohio Medical dominate the space.