Leading Companies - Mammography Industry

Over the course of the projected period, it is anticipated that the burden and incidence of cancer would increase globally. For instance, mammograms are the most effective technique to detect breast cancer early, before it becomes large enough to feel or cause symptoms and when it is easiest to treat. Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer overall and among women, according to the World Cancer Research Fund International (WCRF). In 2020, there were around 2.26 million new cases of breast cancer in females. According to the WHO, cancer is the top or second cause of death in 112 out of 183 nations in 2019.

The global Mammography Market was valued at US$ 1,986.5 Mn in 2021 and is forecast to reach a value of US$ 3,640.7 Mn by 2028 at a CAGR of 9.0% between 2022 and 2028.

Prominent Companies in the Mammography Industry:

1. Canon Medical Systems

Founded in 1930, Canon Medical offers a full range of diagnostic medical imaging solutions including CT, MR, X-Ray, Ultrasound and Healthcare Informatics across the globe. It has headquarters situated in Tochigi, Japan. In November, 2022 Canon Medical Systems Corporation announced the release of two new Canon branded X-Ray products¹ into the US market – the Mobirex i9 mobile system, and the brand-new CXDI-Elite series of detectors to be shown at RSNA 2022.

2. Siemens Healthineers

Siemens Healthineers AG, through its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and sells a range of diagnostic and therapeutic products and services to healthcare providers worldwide. The company is headquartered in Erlangen, Germany. In February, 2023 Siemens Healthineers, a leading medical technology company, and Unilabs, a leading diagnostic services provider, announced today a multi-year agreement valued at over €200 million. Unilabs has invested in Siemens Healthineers top-notch technology and will acquire more than 400 laboratory analyzers to further improve its laboratory infrastructure to offer an unparalleled service to its customers. 

3. Planmed Oy

The company offers products for mammography and orthopedic imaging that are well-known for imaging performance, user-friendliness and good ergonomics. Since 1987, Planmed systems have provided tools for healthcare professionals in over 80 countries worldwide. The company has headquarters situated in Helsinki, Finland.

4. Konica Minolta Inc.

Konica Minolta, Inc. engages in digital workplace, professional print, healthcare, and industrial businesses. Konica Minolta, Inc. was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. In January, 2023 Konica Minolta, Inc. announced that the Company has jointly developed the second ozone generator with Tamura TECO Co., Ltd. a leading company of ozone-related products, and has started to mass-produce BACTECTOR 2.0SC

5. Metaltronica SpA

Founded in 1977, Metaltronica is a market leader in diagnostic imaging and has a substantial market share in both national and international markets. The company has headquarters situated in Pomezia, Italy.

6. Koninklijke Philips NV

Koninklijke Philips N.V. operates as a health technology company in North America and internationally. Koninklijke Philips N.V. was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

7. Fujifilm Holdings Corporation

FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation develops, manufactures, sells, and services imaging, healthcare, materials, and business innovation solutions worldwide. The company was incorporated in 1934 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. In January, 2023 FUJIFILM Corporation announced the launch of the INSTAX mini-format film “HEART SKETCH”.

8. Carestream Health

Since 2007, Carestream is a worldwide provider of medical imaging systems; X-ray imaging systems for non-destructive testing; and precision contract coating services for a wide range of industrial, medical, electronic and other applications. The company has headquarters situated in New York, US. In February, 2023 Carestream Health is partnering with Robarts Research Institute to increase and demonstrate the clinical value of digital X-ray, digital tomosynthesis, and dual energy technologies to help improve the outcomes of patients with cardiothoracic and pulmonary diseases.

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A mammogram helps in the early detection and diagnosis of breast disorders in female patients. A low-dose x-ray system is used in the specialised medical imaging equipment known as mammography to view the breasts' internal structures.