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LINAC stands for linear accelerator, and it refers to a device designed to accelerate charged particles, such as electrons or protons, in a straight line. In medical settings, LINACs are utilized to generate high-energy electron or X-ray beams for radiation therapy, specifically in the treatment of cancer.
The main products of LINAC devices include high-energy, low-energy, and medium-energy devices. A high-energy linear accelerator (LINAC) operates at energies ranging from 20 to 50 million electron volts (MeV). It is used to produce high-energy X-rays or electron beams for radiation therapy, particularly for treating tumors located deep within the body. Linear accelerator and non-dedicated linear accelerator methods are employed in the treatment of various cancers such as breast cancer, colorectal cancer, head and neck cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, and others. These devices find application in clinics, hospitals, and research centers.
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The LINAC devices market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from$5.1 billion in 2024 to $5.52 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to advancements in treatment delivery speed, standardization and regulation, growth in radiosurgery and stereotactic radiosurgery, enhanced safety features, improvements in imaging integration
The LINAC devices market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.83 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in cancer incidences, development of adaptive radiotherapy, increasing demand for image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT), enhanced safety and patient comfort, integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Major trends in the forecast period include innovative software solutions, adaptive radiotherapy development, telemedicine integration, incorporation of motion management, focus on patient-centric care.
The anticipated increase in cancer cases is set to drive the growth of the LINAC devices market. Cancer, characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and the spread of abnormal cells within the body, is a target for treatment using Linear Accelerators (LINAC) in radiation therapy. These devices deliver high-energy X-rays externally to the cancer site to treat various forms of cancer. Notably, data from the American Cancer Society in January 2023 indicates a rise in cancer cases from 1,898,160 in 2021 to 1,958,310 in 2023, marking a 3.16% growth. Consequently, the growing number of cancer cases is a significant factor propelling the LINAC devices market.
The increasing healthcare expenditure is poised to contribute to the growth of the LINAC devices market. Healthcare expenditure, representing the total financial outlay on healthcare goods and services within a specific timeframe, encompasses the costs associated with advanced oncology treatments using Linear Accelerator (LINAC) devices. For example, projections from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) in November 2022 forecast a 0.8% increase in total health spending in Canada, from $328 billion in 2021 to $331 billion in 2022. This upward trend in healthcare expenditure is a driving force behind the LINAC devices market.
Technological advancements emerge as a prominent trend in the LINAC devices market, with major companies introducing innovative products such as the ViewRay MRIdian MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy System to maintain their market position. In March 2023, GenesisCare, a US-based provider of cancer and cardiac care, launched an MRI-guided radiation therapy system at the Lee Health Regional Cancer Center. The MRIdian system combines precision radiation therapy with state-of-the-art, high-resolution MRI guidance, potentially reducing the number of treatment sessions required. This technological innovation, exemplified by MRIdian Stereotactic MRI-guided Adaptive Radiotherapy (SMART) therapy, marks a significant trend in the LINAC devices market.
Key players in the LINAC devices market are focusing on the development of advanced technologies, including AI-powered adaptive CT-Linac systems, to improve treatment accuracy, optimize radiation delivery, and enhance patient outcomes in cancer therapy. An AI-powered adaptive CT-Linac is a sophisticated radiation therapy system that merges computed tomography (CT) imaging with linear accelerator (LINAC) technology, employing artificial intelligence to adjust treatment plans in real time for better precision and improved patient results. For example, in May 2024, Elekta, a Sweden-based leader in precision radiation therapy solutions, introduced Elekta Evo. This state-of-the-art linear accelerator (LINAC) is designed for cancer treatment and boasts high-definition AI-enhanced imaging capabilities, enabling both offline and online adaptive radiation therapy. The flexible system empowers clinicians to choose the most effective radiation therapy techniques tailored to each patient's unique needs, thereby enhancing targeting accuracy and minimizing side effects. With built-in automation for treatment planning, Evo improves workflow efficiency and promotes personalized care in radiation oncology.
In November 2023, AEP Linac, a Netherlands-based manufacturer of magnetrons and thyratrons utilized in (medical) linear accelerators, formed a partnership with Alcare for an undisclosed amount to strengthen its radiation therapy solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance AEP Linac's product offerings by integrating Alcare's expertise in patient care products, ultimately improving the overall treatment experience. Alcare is a Japan-based company known for its innovative solutions that prioritize patient comfort and recovery in medical environments.
Major companies operating in the LINAC devices market include Accuracy Inc., Elekta AB, GE Healthcare Technologies Inc., Hitachi Ltd., Huiheng Medical Inc., Koninklijke Philips N.V., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd., Top Grade Healthcare Group, Varian Medical Systems Inc., Siemens Healthineers GmbH, Shinva Medical Instrument Co. Ltd., Altair Technologies Inc., BEVATECH GmbH, CGN Dasheng Electron Accelerator Technology Company Limited, Diondo GmbH, IBA SA, Brainlab AG, Panacea Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Viewray Technologies Inc., MeVion Medical Systems Inc., Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd., ProNova Solutions LLC, RaySearch Laboratories AB, P-Cure Ltd., Best Theratronics Ltd., Advanced Oncotherapy PLC, RefleXion Medical Inc., Nanobiotix S A, C-RAD AB, Theragenics Corporation, Isoray Inc., Nordion Inc.
North America was the largest region in the LINAC devices market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global LINAC devices market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the linac devices market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the linac devices market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The LINAC devices market consists of sales of an electron generation component, beam transport equipment, radiotherapy equipment, imaging and monitoring accessory. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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