Magnetic Resonance Imaging Market Size (2024 - 2029)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Market Analysis

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Market size is estimated at USD 9.58 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 12.88 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.10% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

Factors such as the development of hybrid MRI systems, the presence of universal health coverage in regions like North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, and increased usage in emerging markets due to rising disease rates are driving market expansion. For instance, in March 2023, Children's Minnesota became one of the first North American health systems to launch a pediatric hybrid intraoperative MRI suite with both moving-scanner and moving-patient MRI technology in the same surgical space.

The use of multimodality imaging, especially with integrated PET/CT and commercialized PET/MRI systems, is becoming increasingly important. This trend is anticipated to contribute significantly to market growth. For instance, a study published by the Journal of Nuclear Medicine in December 2023 highlighted how hybrid PET/MRI can offer a more thorough understanding of brain pathology linked to cognitive decline, aiding in Alzheimer's disease diagnosis. Such research underscores the potential of hybrid imaging systems to enhance diagnostics and drive market expansion.

One major factor driving growth in the MRI market during the forecast period is the widespread availability of universal health coverage in many countries worldwide. This coverage reduces the financial burden on individuals for medical procedures like MRI scans, encouraging regular testing and treatment. For instance, 80%-90% of citizens in the United States are covered by programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP, while in Canada, Medicare provides health insurance.

Additionally, the adoption and advancement of MRI technology in emerging markets are increasing through the establishment of new facilities across different countries. For instance, in August 2023, India launched one of the first domestically developed, lightweight, high-field (1.5 Tesla), affordable, ultrafast MRI scanners in New Delhi. Under the National Biopharma Mission, this initiative addresses the country's healthcare needs. The development of MRI tailored to the emerging markets' requirements is likely to boost the adoption of the technology and enhance overall market growth.

Thus, owing to the abovementioned factors, such as increasing advancements in MRI and insurance coverage, the market is expected to project significant growth during the forecast period. However, due to the high cost of the MRI systems and associated procedures coupled with the decreasing availability of helium, the growth of the MRI market is expected to be hampered.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Industry Segmentation

As per the scope of the report, magnetic resonance imaging is a medical imaging technique used in radiology to produce pictures of the anatomy and the body's physiological processes. These pictures are further used to diagnose and detect the presence of abnormalities in the body.

The magnetic resonance imaging market is segmented by architecture, field strength, application, and geography. By architecture, the market is segmented into closed MRI systems and open MRI systems. The market is segmented by field strength into low-field MRI systems, high-field MRI systems, very high-field MRI systems, and ultra-high MRI systems. By application, the market is segmented into oncology, neurology, cardiology, gastroenterology, musculoskeletal, and other applications. The market is segmented by geography into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and South America. The report also covers the estimated market sizes and trends for 17 countries across major regions globally. The report offers the value in USD for the above segments.