Japan Digital X-Ray Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2023 - 2028)

Japan Digital X-Ray Market Analysis

The Japan Digital X-Ray Market size is expected to grow from USD 512.52 million in 2023 to USD 808.30 million by 2028, at a CAGR of 9.54% during the forecast period (2023-2028).

The COVID pandemic had an adverse effect on the digital x-ray market growth. The number of cervical, breast, lung, and stomach screening procedures declined by over 10% in May 2020 compared to the prior year, according to the Japan Cancer Association (JCA). Additionally, on April 6, 2020, the Japanese Society for Cardiovascular Surgery published a Statement on SARS-CoV-2 Infection Measures on its website, which suggested delaying surgery for stable patients due to a shortage of hospital and staff resources and transferring a patient to another hospital nearby for necessary surgery if resources were not available. The aforementioned instances hindered Japan's market for digital x-ray devices in the early stages of the pandemic; nevertheless, by 2021, the nation had taken all required measures to strengthen its economic activity and return medical procedures to their pre-pandemic levels. Similar to this, the majority of diagnostic and screening facilities have returned to regular operations and are rescheduling screening appointments for patients who missed diagnostic scans owing to the emergency situation in Japan. As a result, substantial future growth is anticipated for the market for digital x-ray devices.

The market for digital x-ray devices is expanding in Japan due to factors such as the growing prevalence of chronic diseases, technological advancements in the field of imaging, and the investment from various organizations are also contributing to the growth of the studied market. According to a research study titled "Prediction of sudden cardiac death in Japanese heart failure patients: international validation of the Seattle proportional risk model," published in March 2020, there may be an increase in the diagnosis of heart-related disorders. Heart failure is linked to an increased risk of sudden cardiac death, and the cumulative incidence of sudden cardiac death (SCD) was 3.4% in the Japanese Heart Failure (HF) registry.

In Japan, there are numerous advancements happening in the market for digital X-rays, including new launches and approvals, partnerships, collaborations, mergers, and acquisitions. For instance, the cutting-edge mobile X-ray system "MobileArt Evolution MX8 Version" was introduced to the Japanese and international markets by Shimadzu Corporation in April 2021. The MobileArt Evolution MX8 Version makes radiography possible for patients who are difficult to move to an X-ray room by bringing the system to the patient's bedside. Patients with heart conditions benefit more from these gadgets. Furthermore, to reduce the cost of medical scanning, Japan-based Nanox developed digital X-ray equipment that was inspired by Star Trek in January 2020. The device combines cloud services and AI to provide quick, inexpensive, preventive screenings for clinics and hospitals. Similarly, FUJIFILM bought the diagnostic imaging division of Hitachi in March 2021, on order to expand its diagnostics business abroad. Hence, the above developments are further expected to improve the market growth in thhe forecast period.

Japan Digital X-Ray Market Trends

This section covers the major market trends shaping the Japan Digital X-Ray Market according to our research experts:

Cancer Segment is Expected to Hold a Significant Market Share Over the Forecast Period

Japan Digital X-Ray Industry Segmentation

As per the scope of this report, digital X-ray or digital radiography is a form of X-ray imaging where digital X-ray sensors are used instead of traditional photographic films. This has an added advantage of time efficiency and the ability to transfer images digitally and enhance them for better visibility. This method bypasses the chemical processing of photographic films. Digital X-ray imaging has high demand, as it requires less radiation exposure compared to traditional X-rays. Japan Digital X-Ray Market is Segmented by Application (Orthopedic, Cancer, Dental, Cardiovascular, and Other Applications), Technology (Computed Radiography, and Direct Radiography), Portability (Fixed Systems, and Portable Systems), and End User (Hospitals, Diagnostic Centers, and Other End Users). The report offers the value (in USD million) for all the above segments.