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全球裂隙燈市場評估:按類型、技術、最終用戶、地區、機會、預測(2017-2031)Slit lamp Market Assessment, By Type, By Technology, By End-user, By Region, Opportunities and Forecast, 2017-2031F |
全球裂隙燈市場規模預計將從2023年的3.0274億美元成長到2031年的4.2235億美元,預測期內複合年增長率為4.25%。
全球裂隙燈市場的成長受到多種因素的推動,例如眼部疾病盛行率的增加、有利的技術進步以及人們對眼科檢查重要性的認識不斷增強。 此外,政府加強對高效裂隙燈研發的支持、政策和計劃,以及公共和私營部門在該領域的投資增加,正在進一步推動全球裂隙燈市場的成長。
視力障礙的盛行率不斷上升,增加了對裂隙燈進行早期準確診斷的需求,並且該市場繼續經歷持續強勁的成長。 人口老化的加劇是視力障礙的主要原因。 許多眼部疾病隨著年齡的增長而發生,包括老年黃斑部病變、白內障和老花眼,早期診斷是解決這些問題的最重要步驟。 裂隙燈可以提供各種參數的定性和定量分析,例如角膜內皮細胞計數、角膜厚度和前房細胞評估。 人們對頻繁眼科檢查對於預防失明重要性的認識不斷提高,也進一步推動了全球裂隙燈市場的發展。
快速的技術進步也支持了市場的成長,例如數位裂隙燈的開發,它集成了先進的軟體和硬件,結構緊湊、經濟高效、智能,並且可以方便地訪問患者記錄。我就是。 裂隙燈市場進一步受到有利的監管框架、不斷增加的政府支持、加強偏遠地區驗光項目的舉措、政策和計劃的影響,這有助於對抗視力障礙的流行。將為您提供幫助。 此外,不斷增加的研發計劃、頻繁的聯盟活動(例如公司之間的併購和合作協議)以及主要市場參與者持續推出的產品也正在推動全球裂隙燈市場的發展。
北美佔較大市佔率
北美擁有強大的醫療基礎設施,尤其是美國憑藉先進的醫療設備在全球裂隙燈市場佔據主導地位。 該地區的人們意識到早期診斷和篩檢對預防眼部疾病的重要性和好處,這也促進了市場的成長。 該地區眼科手術數量的不斷增加以及許多專業眼外科醫生的出現進一步增加了對用於眼睛評估和篩檢的裂隙燈的高需求。 根據發表的文章,全球每年進行約 2,000 萬例白內障手術,僅在美國就進行了約 370 萬例。 這些手術需要一致的篩檢和評估,增加了對高效率裂隙燈的需求。 此外,Coburn Technologies, Inc. 和 Reichert, Inc. 等主要進入者的出現也有助於推動北美裂隙燈市場的成長。
本報告調查了全球裂隙燈市場,提供了市場定義和概述、市場規模趨勢和預測、各個細分市場和地區的詳細分析、行業結構以及影響市場成長的因素分析、案例研究、競爭格局、主要公司的簡介等等。
Global slit lamp market is projected to witness a CAGR of 4.25% during the forecast period 2024-2031, growing from USD 302.74 million in 2023 to USD 422.35 million in 2031. Growth in the global slit lamp market is driven by various factors such as an increase in the prevalence of eye diseases, favorable technological advancements, and growing awareness regarding the importance of eye examination among the population. Additionally, increased governmental support, policies, and programs to enhance research and development in developing highly efficient slit lamps, along with increased investments by public and private sectors in the field are further promoting the growth of the global slit lamp market.
The global slit lamp market is consistently undergoing robust growth due to an increase in the prevalence of vision impairment, which escalates the demand for slit lamps for early and accurate diagnosis. An increase in the aging population is the major cause of vision impairment. With age, many eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and presbyopia arise, and early diagnosis is the most important step in managing these issues. Slit lamps have the potential to provide qualitative and quantitative analysis of various parameters such as corneal endothelial cell count, corneal thickness, and assessment of anterior chamber cells. Growing awareness among the population regarding the importance of frequent eye examinations in preventing blindness has further propelled the global slit lamp market.
In line with this, rapid technological advancements, such as the development of digital slit lamps integrated with advanced software and hardware, that are compact, cost-effective, intelligent, and provides convenient access to patient records are supporting the market growth. The slit lamp market is further influenced by favorable regulatory frameworks, increased governmental support, initiatives, policies, and programs for enhancing eye-screening programs in remote areas, which, in turn, will help combat the growing prevalence of vision impairments among the population. Moreover, increased research and development (R&D) initiatives, along with frequent collaboration activities, such as mergers and acquisitions, partnership agreements between the companies, and persistent product launches by key market players are propelling the global slit lamp market.
For instance, in May 2022, Takagi Seiko Co., Ltd., which is a leading medical devices manufacturer, announced the worldwide launch of its latest slit lamp product, the "2ZL BG Slit Lamp Microscope and OM-6 Flat Base", to enhance its eye care segment's product portfolio and expand its reach in the global slit lamp market.
Increasing Prevalence of Vision Impairments
The demand for slit lamps is increasing rapidly due to the rising number of vision impairment cases worldwide. An increase in the aging population results in the weakening of the eye muscles and consequently leads to vision issues such as cataracts, myopia, hyperopia, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and presbyopia. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), globally, 2.2 billion people have near or distance vision impairments. The prevalence of vision impairment is most common in low- and middle-income countries. It is an alarming fact that around 50 percent of these cases could have been prevented if access to preventive measures, such as early detection, accurate diagnosis, and disease management, were provided promptly. As a result, governments from all over the world are launching policies and programs to provide eye health screening programs to reduce the cases of blindness. These screening programs eventually require a significant number of slit lamps for eye examinations. Due to this, the demand for slit lamps is increasing significantly.
Technological Advancements
Technological advancements, such as the development of highly efficient and sophisticated digital slit lamps, are playing a crucial role in escalating the growth of the global slit lamp market. With a rise in the prevalence of vision impairment cases, there is a high demand to bring innovation in early detection devices such as slit lamps. As consumers become more aware and conscious regarding their eye health, manufacturers are continuously investing in research and development to meet this growing demand for ophthalmic care devices, including slit lamps.
For instance, in August 2022, Moptim announced that it has received US FDA clearance to commercialize its latest launch "SL-M6 LED slit lamp". The SL-M6 is a basic slit lamp with an additional feature that converts it into a digital slit lamp by adding a high-performance digital camera "easyCam". Due to these incredible innovations in the market, along with increasing demand by consumers, regulatory bodies are frequently approving these efficient innovations to boost the eye care industry. As innovative start-ups and market leaders are consistently involved in technologically advanced product launches, the demand for these advanced slit lamps is also accelerating.
Hospitals Hold a Major Share in the Global Slit Lamp Market
Among the end-user segment, hospitals hold a significant market share in the global slit lamp market. The increasing global population and the rising number of hospitals to cater to the demands of this growing population are the main reasons for the dominance of the segment. Slit lamps are a highly efficient tool for eye examination and detecting eye-related diseases, due to which they are majorly available and adopted in almost every hospital setting. With the increase in the prevalence of eye-related diseases and increased awareness among the population regarding regular eye examination, there is tremendous growth in this market. Developed as well as developing countries are increasing the number of hospitals with proper diagnostics and treatment facilities.
For instance, according to the American Hospital Association, in the year 2023, there were 6,129 hospitals in the United States and more hospitals are under construction. Increased availability of the latest technologies in healthcare settings, along with accelerated trust among the population regarding the reliability and quality of healthcare facilities provided in the hospitals, are further propelling the growth of this segment in the overall market.
Increased Demand for Digital Slit Lamp
Among the technology segment, the application of digital slit lamp is expected to show tremendous growth in the forecasted period. Digital slit lamps have a higher demand compared to analogue slit lamp as it offers higher flexibility and convenience by providing digital image capture and provision of remote viewing, which allows easier documentation and telemedicine applications. Additionally, global leaders in this market are consistently involved in developing advanced digital slit lamps, which is further accelerating the demand for these devices in the ophthalmic industry.
For instance, in September 2022, Essilor Instruments USA, which is a global leader in manufacturing eye care products, announced the launch of its latest product "SL650+ digital slit lamp with powerful AnaEyes SL software". This new slit lamp provides high-definition images and videos to improve diagnoses and allows easy and time-saving eye examination. Due to these efficient and innovative launches by the leading players, the global slit lamp market is expected to grow significantly.
North America Holds Significant Market Share
North America dominates the global slit lamp market as it boasts a robust healthcare infrastructure and provides exclusive healthcare facilities, especially in the United States. This allows for access to the latest advanced and hi-tech products, such as portable and digital slit lamps, in the region. The people here are aware of the importance and benefits of early diagnosis and screening for preventing eye diseases, which is benefiting the market growth. The region's increasing number of eye surgeries, along with the presence of many specialized ophthalmic surgeons, are further contributing to the high demand for slit lamps for constant eye evaluation and screening. According to a published article, globally, there are approximately 20 million cataract surgeries performed each year, with around 3.7 million of them performed in the United States alone. These surgeries require consistent screening and evaluation, which escalates the demand for highly efficient slit lamps. Moreover, the presence of key market players like Coburn Technologies, Inc and Reichert, Inc. contributes to promoting the growth of the slit lamp market in North America.
Future Market Scenario (2024 - 2031F)
The global slit lamp market is expected to grow in the future, primarily due to the continuously increasing geriatric population leading to a rise in the prevalence of vision impairment worldwide. Growth of the ophthalmic industry, growing demand for digital slit lamps, technological advancements, and increased investments by public and private organizations in developing advanced slit lamps to cater to the need of the growing population with eye diseases are anticipated to propel the market growth. Moreover, collaborative ventures, along with new entrances into the market and frequent launches by key market players further lead to the growth of the global slit lamp market.
For instance, in March 2023, Custom Surgical, which is a pioneer in providing award-winning optical systems, announced pre-sales of its latest launch "the next generation of MicroREC". After the huge market success of its previously launched slit lamp MicroREC, the company has launched the next generation MicroREC with new features such as improved image quality and heavy-use features. These frequent product launches by leading players are further expected to escalate the growth of this market in the forecasted period.
Key Players Landscape and Outlook
In the slit lamp market, public and private firms are consistently involved in establishing strategic partnerships and distribution agreements, which plays a crucial role in accelerating the global slit lamp market's expansion. These partnership agreements enable firms to gain in-depth insights regarding the market, strategically use each other's resources, markets, and technologies, and invest in research and development activities to bring innovation and advancements in the market. Distribution agreements enable companies to expand their market presence at the international level. These collaborative initiatives promote innovation, expertise in product development and improve patient's health outcomes, as well as contribute to the enduring and robust growth of the global slit lamp market.
For instance, in October 2023, Haag-Streit, which is a global leader in providing cutting-edge slit lamps and medical technology, announced to expand its business in the Asia-Pacific region by establishing Haag-Streit Japan K.K. This strategic market expansion will enable the company to serve in the Asian market and further expand its regional presence. This expansion would assist in developing advanced slit lamps in the Asia-Pacific, which can further support in elevating this market globally.
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Companies mentioned above DO NOT hold any order as per market share and can be changed as per information available during research work.