Radiotherapy is the use of radiation, particularly X-rays for diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The other sources of radiation are gamma rays and protons. Radiotherapy is of two types namely external beam radiotherapy and internal beam radiotherapy. External radiotherapy utilizes X-rays ... Read more
Fluoroscopy is the enhanced X-ray which produces the moving images of an object on the screen or television like monitor. It is mainly used for the imaging of gastrointestinal tract to diagnose the clinical conditions such as tumors, ulcers, inflammation, blockades etc. It can also be used to ... Read more
Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) or 3-D mammography new installations (includes new equipment and 3-D upgradation) expected to reach 4,547 units in 2016, up from 4,061 units in 2015. In ... Read more
Acaricides are pesticides that kill ticks and mites and help animals gain immunity against various infectious diseases. Acaricides work by interfering with the nerves, muscles, respiration and growth of mites and ticks. Cattle farmers need to use acaricides to prevent tick infestation and injury ... Read more
Potassium sulfate is a non-flammable and water soluble white crystalline salt which is predominantly used in the production of fertilizers. Potassium sulfate fertilizer is the most widely used chloride free fertilizer among all types of potash fertilizers manufactured and consumed globally. The ... Read more
Agar being used as an essential natural ingredient in food and beverages; in technical application; in bacteriological and many other sectors is propelling the demand for agar. Future Market Insights (FMI) estimates global ... Read more
Adoption of silent scan technology continues to face major challenges, with high cost and a general lack of awareness being the key restraints, according to a new survey by Future Market Insights (FMI). The ... Read more
Ophthalmology currently represents an important market for manufacturers of laser and laser based systems. With increasing use of femtosecond laser technology in particular, ophthalmology represents the fastest growing segment in the medical laser market. Ophthalmic lasers includes diagnostic ... Read more
Butyl elastomer, commonly known as butyl rubber, is basically a synthetic rubber produced by co-polymerization of isobutylene with isoprene. Butyl rubber possesses several superior physical and chemical characteristics which makes it extremely useful across various industries. ... Read more
Steady increase in the number of photochemically unstable drugs will continue to positively influence the growth of the empty capsules market in 2016, with global revenues expected to increase by 6% to reach US$ 1, ... Read more
Global sales of textile floorings is estimated to reach US$ 109.7 Bn by 2016 end, witnessing a y-o-y growth of 4.8% over 2015. Carpets segment is expected to continue to account for major share in the textile ... Read more
Demand for hemostats in India will be worth 56.7 Mn in 2016, up from US$ 54.1 Mn in 2015. Growth will be led by steady demand for mechanical hemostats, such as sponges, gauzes, strips, and films. Mechanical hemostats ... Read more
Tip location devices are being increasingly used for confirmation of PICC tip location during PICC insertion, owing to their advantages, such as meticulous precision and low-price. Tip location devices are emerging as a credible alternative to the more expensive methods used for PICC tip ... Read more
Demand for infant formula is expected to reach US$ 24.5 billion in 2016, a growth of 9.3% from 2015. While the market in North America and Western Europe will grow at 5.9% and 7.1% respectively, growth will be strong ... Read more
Global demand for magnesium hydroxide will grow by 4.6% in 2016 to reach 943,304 metric tonnes. China – the largest producer, consumer, and exporter of magnesium hydroxide – will maintain its numero uno position ... Read more
Food service equipment market revenues will witness another year of stable growth for 2016, increasing by 4.4% in 2016 to reach US$ 28.9 Bn in revenues. The food service equipment market in North America (US ... Read more
Aloe vera extracts are gaining traction as an essential ingredient in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, with global volume to surpass 60,720.4 tonnes in 2016 end, representing revenues worth US$ 1.6 Bn.
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