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市場調查報告書
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2025 年至 2033 年放射治療市場規模、佔有率、趨勢及預測(按類型、應用、最終用戶和地區)Radiotherapy Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, Application, End User, and Region, 2025-2033 |
2024年,全球放射治療市場規模達71億美元。展望未來, IMARC Group預測,到2033年,市場規模將達到99億美元,2025-2033年期間的複合年成長率為3.8%。目前,北美佔據市場主導地位,2024年的市佔率將超過35.8%。市場成長的因素有很多,包括癌症發病率上升、技術快速進步、腫瘤靶向準確性提高、醫療成本上升以及人們對放射治療作為一種非侵入性癌症治療替代方案的優勢的認知不斷提高。
癌症發生率的上升是放射治療市場的主要因素之一。癌症是全球日益成長的死亡原因,每年確診的病例數百萬。預計到 2024 年,美國將確診約 2,001,140 例新發癌症病例,其中 611,720 人死於癌症。這種日益成長的負擔增加了對放射治療等更好治療方案的需求。放射治療是癌症治療的關鍵組成部分,因為它可以精確地瞄準惡性細胞,同時將對健康組織的傷害降至最低。此外,老年人口的成長也加劇了這種需求,因為癌症風險隨著年齡的成長而增加。除此之外,各國政府和醫療保健組織正在啟動宣傳計劃和早期篩檢計劃,以便在可治療階段發現癌症,從而促進放射治療的使用。
美國憑藉其快速的技術進步和政府在醫療保健方面的投入,成為市場顛覆者之一。非侵入性治療方案的採用也使其脫穎而出。美國市場在尖端放射技術的實施方面處於領先地位,這極大地促進了市場的成長。近年來,質子治療設施的數量和地理不斷擴張,僅在美國就擁有超過40個營運中心,不僅提高了患者就診的可及性,也顯著提高了收集臨床資料和參與多中心臨床研究的能力。此外,美國不斷成長的醫療保健支出(預計到2023年將成長7.5%,達到4.8兆美元)是該國放射治療成長的關鍵驅動力。此外,像「癌症登月計畫」這樣的聯邦計畫致力於透過加強研究、創新和醫療服務可近性來降低癌症死亡率,這也推動了市場擴張。資金的增加促成了配備最先進放射治療系統的專科癌症中心的建立。
技術進步
放射治療產業的最新進展和技術,例如影像導引放射治療 (IGRT) 和調強放射治療 (IMRT),提高了癌症治療的準確性和有效性,從而促進了市場的成長。 IGRT 涉及使用即時成像,以確保即使在治療期間有移動的情況下,放射治療期間也能精確瞄準腫瘤。這使醫生能夠透過調整治療期間的光束強度來調整輻射劑量,從而使輻射劑量與腫瘤形狀相匹配,同時減少對鄰近健康組織的照射。此外,國際原子能總署於 2020 年 4 月啟動了一項研究,旨在調查立體定位分次放射治療 (SFRT) 如何改善子宮頸和肺部惡性腫瘤的姑息治療,以減輕症狀並延緩病程,這有助於促進市場成長。居禮研究所擁有歐洲最全面的技術放射治療平台,是法國領先的質子治療中心。居禮研究所計劃於2023年啟動一項涵蓋廣泛的放射治療項目,其中包括一項重大投資計劃,旨在推動其技術平台的現代化,並為患者提供最具創新性和突破性的技術。這項重大計畫將在6年內投資5,600萬歐元(5,898萬美元),涵蓋所有放射治療設備以及居禮研究所在巴黎、聖克盧和奧賽的所有分支機構。
人工智慧(AI)在放射治療的應用
人工智慧技術正被用於簡化計劃流程、提高放射劑量的準確性並最佳化治療方案。機器學習 (ML) 演算法可以分析海量影像和治療記錄資料集,從而識別模式並預測針對個別患者的最佳治療方法。人工智慧也被用於開發患者對各種放射療法反應的預測模型,該模型可用於自適應放射治療,根據患者對持續治療的反應調整治療方案。放射科醫生在 40 年內需要查看約 225,000 張 MRI/CT 檢查結果,而人工智慧可以從 225,000 張掃描結果開始進行自我訓練,並在很短的時間內完成數百萬張掃描結果。這將簡化操作流程,並將醫療保健服務擴展到更廣泛的人群,從而提昇放射治療市場的收入。
轉向個人化醫療
癌症治療中個人化醫療的日益興起也對放射治療市場產生了重大影響。根據可能影響治療反應的遺傳、表現型和環境因素客製化放射劑量和時間表是個人化醫療方法的一部分,旨在根據每位患者的獨特特徵量身定做醫療方案。透過專注於量身定做的患者護理,醫療保健從業者可以提高治療效果並減少不良副作用的發生。根據個人化醫療聯盟的一項調查,2016 年至 2020 年間,美國市場上的定製藥物數量有所增加。這些藥物從 132 種增加到 2019 年的 286 種,佔 FDA 批准的所有新藥的 25%。這比 2005 年的 5% 大幅成長。這種成長正在推高放射治療市場佔有率。
The global radiotherapy market size was valued at USD 7.1 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 9.9 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.8% during 2025-2033. North America currently dominates the market, holding a market share of over 35.8% in 2024. The market is growing due to a variety of factors, including rising cancer incidence, rapid technological improvements, improved tumor targeting accuracy, rising healthcare costs, and increased awareness of the advantages of radiotherapy as a non-invasive cancer treatment alternative.
The growing incidence of cancer is one of the primary factors of the radiotherapy market. Cancer is a growing cause of mortality worldwide, with millions of cases diagnosed each year. It is expected that in 2024, there would be around 2,001,140 new instances of cancer diagnosed in the United States, with 611,720 individuals dying from the same. This growing load raises the need for better treatment options such as radiotherapy. It is a key component of cancer treatment because it can precisely target malignant cells while inflicting minimum harm to healthy tissues. Additionally, the expanding geriatric population contributes to this need, as the risk of cancer grows with age. Aside from this, governments and health care organizations are launching awareness programs and early screening initiatives to detect cancer at treatable stages, which is promoting the use of radiotherapy.
The United States is one market disruptor because of rapid technological advancement, and government expenditure on healthcare. The adoption of non-invasive treatment options also sets it apart. The US market is at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge radiation technology, which has greatly boosted the market growth. Recently, the numerical and geographic expansion of proton treatment facilities, with over 40 operating centers in the United States alone, has resulted in enhanced patient access as well as an exponential increase in the capacity to collect clinical data and complete participation in multicenter clinical studies. Furthermore, the growing healthcare expenditure in the United States, which is expected to expand 7.5% to $4.8 trillion by 2023, is a key driver of radiotherapy growth in the country. Moreover, federal programs like the Cancer Moonshot initiative that work to reduce cancer mortality rates through enhanced research, innovation, and access to care is fueling the market expansion. This increased funding has led to the establishment of specialized cancer centers equipped with state-of-the-art radiotherapy systems.
Technological Advancements
Recent advancements and technologies in the radiotherapy industry, such image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), have increased the accuracy and efficacy of cancer treatments, which has aided in the market growth. IGRT involves the use of real-time imaging in order to ensure that the tumor is precisely targeted during radiation therapy sessions even in cases when there is movement between treatments. This enables doctors to adjust the radiation dosage by adjusting the beam intensity during therapy, thereby fitting the radiation dose to the shape of the tumor while reducing exposure to adjacent healthy tissues. Additionally, the IAEA launched a research in April 2020 to investigate how Stereotactic Fractionated Radiotherapy (SFRT) might improve palliative care for cervical and lung malignancies with the goal of reducing symptoms and delaying the course of the disease, which is assisting in boosting the market growth. With Europe's most comprehensive technical radiotherapy platform, Institut Curie is France's leading proton therapy center. In 2023, Institut Curie planned to launch a broad-ranging radiotherapy program involving a major investment plan to boost the modernization of its technical platform and offer its patients the most innovative and groundbreaking techniques. This major plan involves 56 million euros (USD 58.98 Million) invested over 6 years, covering all radiotherapy equipment and all Institut Curie sites: Paris, Saint-Cloud and Orsay.
Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Radiotherapy
AI technologies are being used to streamline the planning process, improve the accuracy of radiation dosing, and optimize treatment schedules. Machine learning (ML) algorithms can analyse large datasets of imaging and treatment records to identify patterns and predict optimal treatment approaches tailored to individual patients. AI is also being utilized to develop predictive models for patient responses to various radiation therapies, which can be used in adaptive radiotherapy to adjust treatments based on the patient's response to ongoing sessions. Radiologists look at approximately 225,000 MRI/CT exams in 40 years, while AI can start with 225,000 scans to train itself and reach millions of scans within a very short period of time. This will streamline operations and expand healthcare services to a larger population, thereby boosting radiotherapy market revenue.
Shift Toward Personalized Medicine
The market for radiotherapy is also majorly impacted by the increasing movement toward individualized medicine in cancer treatment. Customizing radiation doses and schedules based on genetic, phenotypic, and environmental factors that may impact treatment response is a component of personalized medicine approaches, which aim to tailor medical treatment to each patient's unique characteristics. By focusing on tailored patient care, healthcare practitioners can boost treatment efficacy and decrease the occurrence of adverse side effects. According to a survey by the Personalized Medicine Coalition, the number of customized medications available in the US market grew between 2016 and 2020. These medications increased from 132 to 286 in 2019, making up 25% of all new pharmaceuticals authorized by the FDA. This is a substantial increase from 5% in 2005. This growth is boosting the radiotherapy market share.
External beam radiation therapy leads the market with around 62.0% of market share in 2024. According to radiotherapy industry market research, the increasing demand for external beam radiation treatment (EBRT) is fueled by its adaptability and efficiency in precisely treating a variety of tumors. Accordingly, EBRT continues to be the most widely used type of radiotherapy because it can precisely target tumors with high-energy beams while causing the least amount of harm to nearby healthy tissues. Additionally, the introduction of technologically sophisticated systems such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and three-dimensional (3D) conformal radiation therapy has greatly boosted the appeal of EBRT and created a favorable outlook for market expansion.
Breast cancer lead the market with around 28.8% of market share in 2024. Radiotherapy's efficacy as a standard post-operative therapeutic strategy to prevent tumor recurrence in breast cancer represents a crucial factor driving its market demand. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there were 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer and 670,000 deaths globally in 2022. This increasing incidence of breast cancer globally necessitates effective treatment modalities, and radiotherapy is recognized for its critical role in the early and advanced stages of the disease. It is particularly effective in conserving the breast in cases of early-stage breast cancer, often used following lumpectomy to eliminate any remaining cancerous cells and significantly reduce the risk of cancer returning. Additionally, radiotherapy also helps alleviate symptoms and control tumor growth in advanced metastatic cases, which is further boosting its demand.
As per the radiotherapy market report, its demand in ambulatory and radiotherapy centers is driven by an increasing preference for outpatient care settings, which offer cost-efficiency, convenience, and reduced patient burden compared to in-hospital treatments. Ambulatory care centers are particularly appealing because they enable patients to receive high-quality, specialized care without the need for overnight hospital stays. Additionally, these centers can often provide services at a lower cost than traditional hospital settings due to their specialized nature and efficiency in managing specific treatments like radiotherapy. This cost-effectiveness attracts patients and healthcare payers seeking to manage expenditures. Furthermore, the proliferation of radiotherapy centers and technological advancements that make sophisticated radiotherapy equipment more compact and affordable, are propelling the market forward.
In 2024, North America accounted for the largest market share of over 35.8%. The demand for radiotherapy in North America is propelled by numerous factors such as well-established healthcare infrastructure, robust funding for cancer research, and the high prevalence of cancer. North America boosts some of the world's leading cancer research facilities and hospitals, which adopt and also develop cutting-edge radiotherapy technologies. In addition to this, the region benefits from substantial healthcare spending both from the public and private sectors, allowing for significant investments in advanced medical equipment and treatment modalities. Furthermore, there is a strong focus on early cancer detection and screening programs, which identify patients who can benefit from early intervention using radiotherapy, which is impelling the market growth.
United States Radiotherapy Market Analysis
In North America, the United States held a market share of over 85.00% in 2024. High cancer incidence rates and improvements in treatment technology exerted an impact on the U.S. radiotherapy market. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 1.9 million new cases of cancer were recorded in 2023. Additionally, the national health spending is projected to rise from USD 4.8 trillion in 2023 to USD 7.7 trillion by 2032, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). In actuality, this highlights the pressing need for sophisticated and affordable therapies like radiotherapy. The adoption of novel radiation treatments is being further accelerated by initiatives such as the National Cancer Moonshot, which aims to double the rate of improvements in cancer research and treatment. Repute players like Varian and Elekta are introducing AI-powered radiotherapy systems, which would help improve accuracy and patient outcomes. The actual utilization of proton therapy centers saw a rise of 30% in the period between 2020 and 2023, reflecting the growing demand for specialized cancer treatments in the region.
Europe Radiotherapy Market Analysis
Europe's radiotherapy market is strewn with a mighty emphasis on cancer care and sizeable government funding for innovation in healthcare. Cancer remains the second cause of death in Europe with approximately 2.7 million new cases every year. The European Union has allocated USD 5.31 Billion to health programs under Horizon Europe for 2021-2027. Such funds are bound to nudge acceptance of advanced radiotherapy equipment. The leading nations are Germany, France, and the UK, investing significant amounts in proton therapy and stereotactic radiotherapy technologies. The acceleration in this market has been further driven by a surge in non-invasive treatments and the fulfilment of the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR). The ESTRO indicated that in 2014, there were more than 2,192 linear accelerators across 27 European countries, with a significant increase in modern linear accelerators in recent years. By 2023, more than 75% of radiation oncology centers in Europe used modern linacs and ensured better patient access to precision therapy.
Asia Pacific Radiotherapy Market Analysis
Asia Pacific is one of the fastest-growing regions in terms of radiotherapy due to incidence of cancer, improved healthcare infrastructure, and growing awareness. Government initiatives, such as India's National Cancer Grid and China's Healthy China 2030 plan, form the very basis of the increasing adoption of advanced radiotherapy equipment. The region also sees massive private investment, with Japan and South Korea always at the forefront of their own research in proton therapy. According to an industrial report, China saw a 40% increase in installations of linear accelerators from 2018 to 2023. In India, oncology centers continue to adopt brachytherapy solutions at a rapid pace. Collaborative projects, such as Elekta's training programs for radiotherapists in the region, are tackling the shortage of skilled workforce to make such treatments more widely accessible.
Latin America Radiotherapy Market Analysis
The radiotherapy market in Latin America is expanding due to rising cancer rates and efforts to improve access to healthcare in the region. Brazil and Mexico capture the largest market share, with an increasing number of radiotherapy installations in public and private hospitals. In August 2024, Elekta (a Swedish Company) received a USD 64 Million order for advanced linear accelerators and the Elekta Esprit Gamma Knife from Mexico's Hospital Angeles Health System. This reflects the country's increased efforts to improve cancer care across the nation. Medical tourism in Costa Rica and Colombia is also on the rise, and clinics have taken up state-of-the-art systems to attract international patients. Such development indicates that the region is committed to managing their carcinogenic burdens effectively.
Middle East and Africa Radiotherapy Market Analysis
The radiotherapy market in Middle East and Africa is on the growth trajectory based on government initiatives and private investments in healthcare. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reports that the African region recorded around 1.1 Million new cancer cases in the year 2020, and the burden would continue to grow with population increase and exposure to more risk factors. The Vision 2030 initiative in Saudi Arabia and the National Cancer Strategic Framework 2022-2027 in South Africa are also promoting the adoption of radiotherapy. There is also an effort to increase access by like-minded global firms partnering with local delivery providers; a case in point is the partnership by Elekta to train radiotherapists in sub-Saharan Africa. Rising telemedicine adoption and mobile health platforms further support treatment planning and follow-ups, enhancing patient outcomes.
The competitive landscape is characterized by the presence of prominent radiotherapy companies who are engaged in fierce competition through technological innovation, mergers, and acquisitions, and expansion into emerging markets. They are developing advanced radiotherapy systems with enhanced precision and adaptability and leveraging their broad technological portfolios and strong global presence to enhance their market share and penetrate new geographical regions. Additionally, specialized companies are focusing on niche technologies like brachytherapy and compact proton therapy systems, respectively to offer tailored solutions that meet specific clinical needs and gain a competitive edge in the market.