CT Scanner Market Trends

CT Scanner Market Trends

The growing concerns of ionizing radiation from the usage of CT scans as they deploy X-rays for creating images may restrict the product preference. Though the amount of radiation is generally low, the repeated exposure to radiation is likely to augment the risk of cancer. A recent study published in the journal Radiology revealed that patients that received over 5 CT scans showed 62% increased risk of developing leukemia as opposed to those with no CT scan. Furthermore, CT scans deploy contrast dye that help in highlighting certain areas of the body. Hence, the rising rate of allergic reactions to the contrast dye, leading to symptoms such as difficulty breathing, hives, or swelling may also restrict the market share.