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U.S. Carotid and Intracranial Vascular Devices Markets
Frost & Sullivan, May 2006
This Frost & Sullivan research service entitled U.S. Carotid and Intracranial Devices Market provides an overview of the trends and technologies that have shaped market revenue, market share, and implantation rates in the individual segments of the market. In this research, Frost & Sullivans expert analysts thoroughly examine the following markets: Carotid Stents, Neurovascular Stents, and Embolic Devices.
Market Sector
Expert Frost & Sullivan analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors in this analysis:
- Cardiovascular Devices
- Stents
Technologies
The following technologies are covered in this research:
- Self Expanding Stents
- Bioadsorbable
- Rapid Exchange
- Microcoils
- Liquid Embolics
Market Overview
Advances in Imaging and Screening Provide Advanced Disease Warning, Spurring Usage of Preventative Therapeutic Options
Significant advances in non invasively imaging the carotid artery and cerebral neurovasculature are allowing for doctors to identify potential stroke victims sooner than ever. Stents and embolic procedures are most effective as preventative measures, as opposed to working within the narrow and critical time frame afforded after a stroke. CT scans, MRI, angiography, ultrasound, and single-photon emission computed tomography (SPRCT) are among the myriad of novel approaches being explored for mapping out disease states and treatment options. CT scans are in most cases 95 percent effective in diagnosing potential occlusions or aneurysm sites. They have short acquisition times, and can provide highly detailed morphological information. MRI systems are capable of providing information on flow patterns through phase-contrast techniques, whereby a markedly slow pattern might be the early stages of a developing occlusion. A Doppler ultrasound is similarly capable of identifying blood flow speed through non-invasively methodologies, and is capable of acquiring information in real time without the risk of radiation. The Doppler system though performs with less resolution than a MRI. The most advancements have occurred in angiography methodologies that now allow for detection and characterization of occlusion or rupture sites in acute hospital settings. Techniques such as digital subtraction angiography allow for identification of specific size and morphology. Angiography and catheter based imaging has received a significant boost due refinement of device size and ease of maneuverability. This driver will have a high impact in the near and long term future of the market.
The preventative stroke treatment market of the medical device industry is entering a new era of therapeutic treatment options. Refinements of carotid and neurovascular stent technology, along with microcoil and liquid embolic devices have empowered surgeons with new weapons in the battle against cerebrovascular diseases. In an industry mostly constrained due to reimbursement and lack of adequately trained providers , the upcoming decade should see the landscape of stroke prevention significantly altered. The advent of new more durable and pliable stent material along with the proliferation of self expanding stents are reshaping the future of the carotid and neurovascular stent market, as are advancements and heightened awareness of microcoil techniques in preventing cerebral aneurysms.
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