The Global Lung Stent Market is driven by several key factors. One significant driver is the increasing prevalence of respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung cancer, and pneumonia. As the global population ages and environmental factors such as air pollution worsen, the incidence of respiratory diseases rises, leading to a growing demand for lung stents as a therapeutic intervention. Moreover, ... Read more
Chagas disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is a potentially life-threatening illness caused by the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. The parasite is mostly transmitted by triatomine insects, also known as "kissing bugs," and can also be transmitted through blood transfusions, organ transplants, and from mother to child during pregnancy or childbirth. For many years, treatment options for Chagas disease were very limited. However, over the past few decades, researchers have ... Read more
The Middle East bio-chemical market has grown significantly over the past decade. With many oil-rich Gulf nations looking to diversify their economies and focus on knowledge-based sectors, substantial investments have been made to develop world-class bio-chemical facilities and research centers in the region. Countries such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Israel ... Read more
The Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) Market is witnessing remarkable growth fueled by advancements in medical imaging technology and an increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. As healthcare providers seek more precise diagnostic tools, the demand for SPECT imaging is on the rise, presenting lucrative opportunities for market players across the globe.
Global single photon emission computed tomography market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.13 BN in 2024 ... Read more
Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic that are less than 5 mm in length. They are generated from a number of sources including microbeads used in personal care products, washing up bottles, and synthetic fiber shedding from clothes. Microplastics play a huge role in polluting aquatic bodies and oceans. They pose a threat to marine life and wildlife that mistakes them for food. Given the growing menace of microplastics, the need to manage and recycle microplastics has assumed importance. ... Read more
Electrosurgical devices are medical equipment that use high-frequency electrical current to cut, coagulate, desiccate, and fulgurate tissues. These devices allow faster healing of incisions made during surgical procedures. The growing preference for minimally invasive surgeries across the world is fueling the demand for electrosurgical devices, as they enable precise dissection and hemostasis with minimal blood loss during such surgeries.
The practice of compounding medicines has a long history in the Netherlands dating back centuries. Compounding pharmacies play an integral role in helping patients get customized medications tailor-made to meet their unique needs.
What is Compounding?
Compounding refers to the practice of preparing customized medications for patients. This process involves pharmaceutical technicians utilizing their skills to manipulate ingredients like mixing, counting, ... Read more
The global ethical pharmaceuticals market comprises drugs approved for human use that adhere to strict ethical standards set by regulatory authorities around the world. Ethical drugs are developed through extensive research and rigorous clinical testing to demonstrate their efficacy and safety for the intended medical indication. Some key products in the market include vaccines, antibiotics, prescription drugs for chronic diseases, and medications for acute illnesses. The market is driven by ... Read more
Health Concerns with PVC Use in Medical Devices
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) has been the industry standard plastic used to manufacture intravenous (IV) bags and tubing for administering fluids, medications and blood products to patients. However, concerns have been rising regarding the safety of PVC due to potentially harmful compounds that can leach out of the plastic over time. PVC contains elemental chlorine, which is utilized during manufacturing to impart desirable ... Read more
Chromium plating, commonly known as chrome plating or chromium finishing, is an electroplating process that produces a thin layer of chromium metal deposited on a surface to provide decorative finishing or protect the base metal from corrosion and wear. Traditionally, plating baths used hexavalent chromium or chromium (VI), which posed serious environmental and health concerns. However, trivalent chromium or chromium (III) plating has emerged as ... Read more
According to a market report by Lucintel, the future of the global pain patch market looks promising with opportunities in the online pharmacy ... Read more
The beating heart patch market consists of temporary patches that facilitate the repair and reconstruction of damaged heart tissues. Beating heart patches are composed of biocompatible and biodegradable materials that help in cardiac tissue regeneration. They aid in remodeling and revascularization of injured cardiac tissues without interrupting the natural beating of the heart. Beating heart patches find wide applications in cardiomyoplasty procedures for improving blood flow and cardiac ... Read more
The global big data healthcare market refers to the collection, extraction, storage, transfer, and analysis of large volumes of diverse healthcare data that has the potential to improve public health, reduce medical errors and healthcare costs, inform drug discovery and clinical trials, and personalize diagnosis and care. By leveraging big data technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, healthcare providers can gain insights from large amounts of structured and ... Read more
Bamboo Powder Market To Grow At Highest Pace Owing To Rising Application In Various Industries
The bamboo powder market is one such emerging market owing to the versatile applications of bamboo powder. Bamboo powder is derived from grinding dried bamboo shoots into a fine powder. It contains numerous nutritional properties including fibre, antioxidants and other minerals. Bamboo powder is used as a substitute for wheat flour in foods to increase their ... Read more
Biosimilars are biologic medical products that are developed to be similar to an already approved biologic drug, known as the reference product. Biosimilars offer affordable alternatives to expensive biologic drugs with similar clinical benefits. They provide an opportunity to treat more patients with serious or life-threatening illnesses. Major players are investing heavily in research and development of biosimilars to capitalize on the patent expiry of blockbuster biologics and expand ... Read more
