What is a diagnostic catheter?
Operations such as neurology, angioplasty, and cardiac electrophysiology are carried out using flexible tubes such as catheters. Diagnostic catheters are empty plastic tubes of 2-3mm diameter which is placed into the arteries or veins of the arm, neck or leg by giving analgesic. They are also used to measure the blood pressure in the chambers of the heart, gather blood samples and carry out the angiographies. Materials like plastic, silicon rubber, polyvinyl chloride, nylon, are used to make the market of catheter. Diagnostic catheters are the catheters which are used to operate cardiac anatomy and gather cardiac information and try to give precise therapy.
Here are the drivers affecting the growth of the diagnostic catheter market:
Increasing selection for Optical coherence tomography {OCT} imaging catheters:
Optical coherence tomography has transformed the medical imaging industry and has expanded its use in various disease detection. It has also developed its application in imaging of various cellular and molecular processes in vivo. OCT imaging in diagnostic areas such as cardiology has resulted into more acceptance of OTC imaging catheter by professionals for different diagnostic operations. The increasing demand for high resolution intracoronary imaging techniques such as OCT has limited the technique of coronary angiography along with the requirement of greater accuracy of percutaneous interventions.
Technological advancements in diagnostic catheter:
Technological advancements in clinical diagnostics and preclinical research have analyzed relevant market growth over the years. Significant developments are being made to improve detection, image contrast, improve spatial resolution, and image quality. Companies are coming up with new technologies in order to increase the sales revenue of the market. Availability of cost effective product depends upon the need of end users. Medical industries are also increasing the demand of diagnostic catheters and continual development in the products of diagnostic market also leads to the growing opportunities for the manufacturers.
Rise in diagnostic catheter market in cardiology and neurology:
In cardiology catheter, heart disease such as coronary heart disease, decreased heart function, congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, abnormal cardiac output and heart muscle inflammation can be diagnosed. Demand for cardiac catheters is increasing because of increase in the cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases across the world. Diseases such as aneurysms and atherosclerosis along with direction of X-ray imaging are done using cerebral angiography. The proper use of catheters makes it possible to identify and treat in the single procedure by avoiding the process of open surgery.
Restraining factor:
Reuse of biodegradable diagnostic catheter:
A case regarding cardiovascular, gastroenterological and urological diseases has increased the use of biodegradable diagnostic catheter. Diagnostic catheter is also used in many hospitals and clinics. Imaging catheters are recycled by hospitals in order to cut down the high price of the device. Many countries are finding out different ways to reduce the use of medical waste as it is becoming the biggest environmental concern. The reuse of diagnostic catheter for medical operations and research process has increased the growth of the market.
Conclusion:
Rise in government funding in healthcare sector and increase in need for sterile and biodegradable catheters boosts the market growth. Growing technological advancements in imaging catheters and increasing cases of cardiovascular disorders leads to the rise in imaging centers and diagnostic centers.
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Anushka Gore is a seasoned market researcher specializing in the dynamic landscape of the medical devices & consumables industry. She has dedicated herself unraveling the intricate market trends and consumer behaviors that shape the future of medical technologies and services. Her expertise in Market Research and business intelligence has equipped her with the skills necessary to analyze complex information and provide strategic recommendations.
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