Medical Fiber Optics Market Snapshot (2022 to 2032)

Newly-released Medical Fiber Optics industry analysis report by Future Market Insights shows that global sales of Medical Fiber Optics in 2021 were held at US$ 988.3 million. With a 6.9% CAGR from 2022 to 2032, the market is expected to cross a valuation of US$ 2 billion by 2032. Multimode Optical Fiber is expected to be the highest revenue-generating fiber type, with a CAGR of 7% from 2022 to 2032.

Attribute Details
Global Medical Fiber Optics Market (2022) US$ 1.1 billion
Global Medical Fiber Optics Market (2032) US$ 2 billion
Global Medical Fiber Optics Market CAGR (2022 to 2032) 6.9%
North America Medical Fiber Optics Market Share (2022) US$ 412.2 million
The USA Medical Fiber Optics Market (2022) US$ 371.5 million
Key Companies Profiled
  • Molex
  • Schott
  • Fiberoptics Technology Incorporated
  • Coherent, Inc.
  • Integra Lifesciences Corporation
  • Newport Corporation
  • America Fujikura Ltd.
  • Leoni
  • Gulf Fiberoptics
  • Timbercon, Inc.

Fiber optic cables are extremely thin, long strands of exceptionally clean glass used to transmit light signals over long distances. Fiber optic cables are common in medical instruments, and they are used for all kinds of medical purposes, such as laser signal delivery, lighting, and image transfer. X-ray imaging, ophthalmic lasers, diagnostic instruments, light therapy treatments, dental handpieces, endoscopy, and surgical microscopes are just some examples of medical fiber optics applications. Pure silica, polycrystalline, and polymer fibers are some of the most commonly used in them. Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, contract research organizations, ambulatory surgical centers, specialized clinics, and other medical facilities also make use of medical fiber optics.

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Revenue of Medical Fiber Optics from 2017 to 2021 Compared to Demand Outlook for 2022 to 2032

As per the Medical Fiber Optics industry research by Future Market Insights - a market research and competitive intelligence provider, historically, from 2017 to 2021, the market value of the Medical Fiber Optics industry increased at around 6.6% CAGR, wherein, countries such as the USA, China, Japan, The  United Kingdom, and South Korea held a significant share in the global market. The rise in the commercial value of technology in treatments for disease treatment, imaging equipment, diagnosis, surgical tools, and wearable medical devices is driving the medical fiber optics market.

The rapid acceptance of fiber optics in medical applications is fueled by factors such as effectiveness in treatment and diagnosis, safety, faster recovery with fewer scars, and a low mortality rate. Owing to this, the medical fiber optics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.9% over the coming 10 years.

What are the key drivers for Medical Fiber Optics revenue?

Growing awareness of the benefits of minimally invasive surgeries is driving the market for medical fiber optics in various healthcare settings, resulting in a significant demand for fiber optic lines, sensors, and miniature cameras.

Furthermore, lasers are widely employed in cosmetology and dentistry, and various research studies on biomedical sensors are being done, all of which are projected to fuel the industry's expansion. In the forthcoming years, the market is likely to be driven by increased investments, the advent of innovative product development techniques, and a surge in partnerships and collaborations among key players.

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What are the challenges faced by the Medical Fiber Optics Market?

The high cost of the ongoing upkeep of fiber-optic tools and equipment is impeding the growth of the world medical fiber-optics market. The market demand is further being held back by regulatory holdups in the approval of new product types. Chemotherapy treatment for cancer disorders has further necessitated a high intensity of light, which limited market demand.

Region-wise Analysis

Which Region is Projected to Offer the Largest Opportunity for Medical Fiber Optics?

North America is expected to dominate the global medical fiber optics market with a valuation of US$ 797.2 million by 2032. Both USA and Canada have been investing significantly to continuously upgrade their healthcare infrastructure. Medical fiber optics have paved the way in the region’s healthcare structure with network-connected medical instruments, like an otoscope or ophthalmoscope attached to a smartphone.

USA Medical Fiber Optics Market Analysis

The medical fiber optics market in the USA is estimated at US$ 371.5 million in 2022. The market in the country is further expected to reach a valuation of US$ 710.8 by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.7%. First responders may often need to take swift action at the scene of a medical emergency or accident. As an example, the DOT Telemedicine Backpack allows paramedics in the USA to acquire information and carry out treatments while away from a hospital setting. Fiber Optic Connectivity allows data from the backpack's tools to be transmitted for analysis in a brief amount of time, allowing immediate diagnosis and treatment.

The United Kingdom Medical Fiber Optics Market Analysis

The medical fiber optics market in the United Kingdom was valued at US$ 43.8 million, which is expected to swell and reach a size of US$ 82.6 million by 2032, at a projected CAGR of 5.7%. Fiber optic connectivity in the United Kingdom has been making it possible for patients to schedule web consultations with doctors, irrespective of location. Web videos have been enabling doctors to check visual symptoms through medical fiber optics-led high-speed networks that allow patients and doctors to confer in real-time.

Japan Medical Fiber Optics Market Analysis

Japan has a large geriatric population, which increases the need for a fast network to address their healthcare concerns. According to Kyodo News, Japan has been seen as a laggard in digital transformation globally and the COVID-19 pandemic made the contrast clearer. With an aspiration to cover 99.9% of households with fiber-optic networks by 2028, the Japanese healthcare ecosystem is expected to be fiber-optic ready. With these transformations, the medical fiber optics market in Japan is expected to reach a valuation of US$ 123.8 million by 2032.

South Korea Medical Fiber Optics Market Analysis

According to the Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information, Fiber optic sensors are emerging as a superior non-destructive tool for evaluating the health of civil engineering structures. The application of medical fiber optics in the Korean healthcare industry is also advancing, which is leading to market growth. The medical fiber optics market in South Korea is projected to reach a valuation of US$ 43.9 million by 2032.

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Category-wise Insights

Which Fiber Type will be most preferred globally?

Multimode Optical Fiber is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 7%. Due to the widespread use of multimode optical fibers in illumination systems and surgical lighting, the multimode optical fiber segment led the market in 2021, accounting for over 60% of total revenue. Multimode optical fibers are more cost-effective and easier to manufacture. These optical fibers are commonly employed in transferring light from the laser source to the destinations when a signal or light wave must be transferred over a short distance. Multimode optical fibers are commonly employed in poor countries due to their inexpensive cost.

Which Application will provide Significant Opportunity to Medical Fiber Optics Market?

Medical fiber optics application in illumination is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.6%. The increased popularity as a source of illumination, in endoscopy and in surgery led to over 30 percent of the revenue in 2021 going to fiber optic lighting solutions dedicated to surgeries. Schott, for example, introduced PURVIS, a cool-white-light-emitting glass optical fiber ideal for use in operating rooms. Additionally paced by the increasing use of high-intensity lights in medical procedures such as light therapy and phototherapy, medication is categorized as per the use of high-powered lights. For hair removal, tattoo removal, and the treatment of mental illnesses like anxiety, light therapy is used.

Competitive Analysis

Product approvals, new product releases, acquisitions, collaborations, and innovations are all important methods used by leading market players to maintain their market position.

Partnerships and expansion have been prominent development in the Medical Fiber Optics market in recent years. Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation; Molex; SCHOTT; Newport Corporation; Coherent, Inc.; and Timbercon, Inc. are some of the prominent providers of Medical Fiber Optics.

Some of the recent developments of key Medical Fiber Optics providers are as follows:

  • In November 2019, Schott AG released the SCHOTT SingleEZ Guide a plug-and-play illumination solution for single-use endoscopes.
  • In March 2019, Schott AG launched Autoclavable Solidur LEDs for use in dental and medical technology applications.

Similarly, recent developments related to companies offering Medical Fiber Optics have been tracked by the team at Future Market Insights, which are available in the full report.

Market Segments Covered in Medical Fiber Optics Industry Analysis

By Fiber Type:

  • Single Mode Optical Fiber
  • Multimode Optical Fiber

By Application:

  • Endoscopic Imaging
  • Laser Signal Delivery
  • Biomedical Sensing
  • Illumination
  • Other Applications

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • Middle East and Africa (MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the current worth of the Medical Fiber Optics market?

The Global Medical Fiber Optics market is worth more than US$ 1.1 billion at present.

What is the sales forecast for Medical Fiber Optics?

The value of Medical Fiber Optics is projected to increase at a CAGR of around 6.9% from 2022 to 2032.

What was the last 5 year’s market CAGR?

The value of Medical Fiber Optics increased at a CAGR of around 6.6% from 2017 to 2021.

What is a key trend shaping the growth of the market for Medical Fiber Optics?

Product launches and geographical expansion of key players are the key trends in the medical fiber optics market.

What are the factors driving the revenue for the Medical Fiber Optics market?

An increase in the number of endoscopic procedures for early detection of cancer & other chronic diseases and the rising adoption of technologically advanced products are the key drivers for propelling the Medical Fiber Optics market.

Who are the key players in the Medical Fiber Optics market?

The key players in the Medical Fiber Optics market are Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation; Molex; SCHOTT; Newport Corporation; Coherent, Inc.; and Timbercon, Inc.

Which are the top 5 countries driving demand for Medical Fiber Optics?

The top 5 countries driving demand for Medical Fiber Optics are the USA, China, Japan, the United Kingdom, and South Korea.

What is the outlook for the market in the USA?

The USA will account for over 35% of global Medical Fiber Optics demand in 2032 with a projected CAGR of 6.7%.

At what percentage is sales of Medical Fiber Optics going to register growth from 2022 to 2032?

The market for Medical Fiber Optics is projected to expand at a CAGR of around 6.9% from 2022 to 2032 with a global market size of US$ 2 billion

What do statistics for South Korea and Japan reveal?

While the market in South Korea is expected to grow at nearly 7.4%, the market in Japan is projected to register a CAGR of nearly 9.5% during 2022 to 2032

Table of Content

1. Executive Summary | Medical Fiber Optics Market

    1.1. Global Market Outlook

    1.2. Summary of Statistics

    1.3. Key Market Characteristics & Attributes

    1.4. Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Overview

    2.1. Market Coverage / Taxonomy

    2.2. Market Definition / Scope / Limitations

3. Market Risks and Trends Assessment

    3.1. Risk Assessment

        3.1.1. COVID-19 Crisis and Impact on Demand

        3.1.2. COVID-19 Impact Benchmark with Previous Crisis

        3.1.3. Impact on Market Value (US$ million)

        3.1.4. Assessment by Key Countries

        3.1.5. Assessment by Key Market Segments

        3.1.6. Action Points and Recommendation for Suppliers

    3.2. Key Trends Impacting the Market

    3.3. Formulation and Product Development Trends

4. Market Background and Foundation Data Points

    4.1. Global Market (US$ million)

    4.2. Market Opportunity Assessment (US$ million)

        4.2.1. Total Available Market

        4.2.2. Serviceable Addressable Market

        4.2.3. Serviceable Obtainable Market

    4.3. Market Scenario Forecast

        4.3.1. Demand in optimistic Scenario

        4.3.2. Demand in Likely Scenario

        4.3.3. Demand in Conservative Scenario

    4.4. Investment Feasibility Analysis

        4.4.1. Investment in Established Markets

            4.4.1.1. In Short Term

            4.4.1.2. In Long Term

        4.4.2. Investment in Emerging Markets

            4.4.2.1. In Short Term

            4.4.2.2. In Long Term

    4.5. Forecast Factors - Relevance & Impact

        4.5.1. Top Companies Historical Growth

        4.5.2. Global Market Growth

        4.5.3. Adoption Rate, By Country

    4.6. Market Dynamics

        4.6.1. Market Driving Factors and Impact Assessment

        4.6.2. Prominent Market Challenges and Impact Assessment

        4.6.3. Market Opportunities

        4.6.4. Prominent Trends in the Global Market & Their Impact Assessment

5. Key Success Factors

    5.1. Manufacturers’ Focus on Low Penetration High Growth Markets

    5.2. Banking on with Segments High Incremental Opportunity

    5.3. Peer Benchmarking

6. Global Market Demand Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast, 2022 to 2032

    6.1. Historical Market Analysis, 2017 to 2021

    6.2. Current and Future Market Projections, 2022 to 2032

    6.3. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis

7. Global Market Value Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast, 2022 to 2032

    7.1. Historical Market Value (US$ million) Analysis, 2017 to 2021

    7.2. Current and Future Market Value (US$ million) Projections, 2022 to 2032

        7.2.1. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis

        7.2.2. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis

8. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Fiber Type

    8.1. Introduction / Key Findings

    8.2. Historical Market Size (US$ million) Analysis By Fiber Type, 2017 to 2021

    8.3. Current and Future Market Size (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast By Fiber Type, 2022 to 2032

        8.3.1. Single Mode Optical Fiber

        8.3.2. Multimode Optical Fiber

    8.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Fiber Type

9. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Application

    9.1. Introduction / Key Findings

    9.2. Historical Market Size (US$ million) Analysis By Application, 2017 to 2021

    9.3. Current and Future Market Size (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast By Application, 2022 to 2032

        9.3.1. Endoscopic Imaging

        9.3.2. Laser Signal Delivery

        9.3.3. Biomedical Sensing

        9.3.4. Illumination

        9.3.5. Other Applications

    9.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Application

10. Global Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032, By Region

    10.1. Introduction

    10.2. Historical Market Size (US$ million) Analysis By Region, 2017 to 2021

    10.3. Current Market Size (US$ million) & Analysis and Forecast By Region, 2022 to 2032

        10.3.1. North America

        10.3.2. Latin America

        10.3.3. Europe

        10.3.4. Asia Pacific

        10.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)

    10.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Region

11. North America Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032

    11.1. Introduction

    11.2. Pricing Analysis

    11.3. Historical Market Value (US$ million) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2021

    11.4. Market Value (US$ million) & Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2022 to 2032

        11.4.1. By Country

            11.4.1.1. The USA

            11.4.1.2. Canada

            11.4.1.3. Rest of North America

        11.4.2. By Fiber Type

        11.4.3. By Application

    11.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        11.5.1. By Country

        11.5.2. By Fiber Type

        11.5.3. By Application

12. Latin America Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032

    12.1. Introduction

    12.2. Pricing Analysis

    12.3. Historical Market Value (US$ million) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2021

    12.4. Market Value (US$ million) & Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2022 to 2032

        12.4.1. By Country

            12.4.1.1. Brazil

            12.4.1.2. Mexico

            12.4.1.3. Rest of Latin America

        12.4.2. By Fiber Type

        12.4.3. By Application

    12.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        12.5.1. By Country

        12.5.2. By Fiber Type

        12.5.3. By Application

13. Europe Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032

    13.1. Introduction

    13.2. Pricing Analysis

    13.3. Historical Market Value (US$ million) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2021

    13.4. Market Value (US$ million) & Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2022 to 2032

        13.4.1. By Country

            13.4.1.1. Germany

            13.4.1.2. France

            13.4.1.3. The United Kingdom

            13.4.1.4. Italy

            13.4.1.5. Benelux

            13.4.1.6. Nordic Countries

            13.4.1.7. Rest of Europe

        13.4.2. By Fiber Type

        13.4.3. By Application

    13.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        13.5.1. By Country

        13.5.2. By Fiber Type

        13.5.3. By Application

14. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032

    14.1. Introduction

    14.2. Pricing Analysis

    14.3. Historical Market Value (US$ million) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2021

    14.4. Market Value (US$ million) & Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2022 to 2032

        14.4.1. By Country

            14.4.1.1. China

            14.4.1.2. Japan

            14.4.1.3. South Korea

            14.4.1.4. Rest of Asia Pacific

        14.4.2. By Fiber Type

        14.4.3. By Application

    14.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        14.5.1. By Country

        14.5.2. By Fiber Type

        14.5.3. By Application

15. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032

    15.1. Introduction

    15.2. Pricing Analysis

    15.3. Historical Market Value (US$ million) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2021

    15.4. Market Value (US$ million) & Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2022 to 2032

        15.4.1. By Country

            15.4.1.1. GCC Countries

            15.4.1.2. South Africa

            15.4.1.3. Turkey

            15.4.1.4. Rest of Middle East and Africa

        15.4.2. By Fiber Type

        15.4.3. By Application

    15.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis

        15.5.1. By Country

        15.5.2. By Fiber Type

        15.5.3. By Application

16. Key Countries Market Analysis 2017 to 2021 and Forecast 2022 to 2032

    16.1. Introduction

        16.1.1. Market Value Proportion Analysis, By Key Countries

        16.1.2. Global Vs. Country Growth Comparison

    16.2. USA Market Analysis

        16.2.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.2.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.2.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.2.2.2. By Application

    16.3. Canada Market Analysis

        16.3.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.3.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.3.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.3.2.2. By Application

    16.4. Mexico Market Analysis

        16.4.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.4.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.4.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.4.2.2. By Application

    16.5. Brazil Market Analysis

        16.5.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.5.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.5.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.5.2.2. By Application

    16.6. Germany Market Analysis

        16.6.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.6.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.6.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.6.2.2. By Application

    16.7. France Market Analysis

        16.7.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.7.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.7.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.7.2.2. By Application

    16.8. Italy Market Analysis

        16.8.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.8.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.8.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.8.2.2. By Application

    16.9. BENELUX Market Analysis

        16.9.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.9.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.9.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.9.2.2. By Application

    16.10. The United Kingdom Market Analysis

        16.10.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.10.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.10.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.10.2.2. By Application

    16.11. Nordic Countries Market Analysis

        16.11.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.11.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.11.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.11.2.2. By Application

    16.12. China Market Analysis

        16.12.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.12.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.12.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.12.2.2. By Application

    16.13. Japan Market Analysis

        16.13.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.13.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.13.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.13.2.2. By Application

    16.14. South Korea Market Analysis

        16.14.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.14.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.14.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.14.2.2. By Application

    16.15. GCC Countries Market Analysis

        16.15.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.15.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.15.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.15.2.2. By Application

    16.16. South Africa Market Analysis

        16.16.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.16.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.16.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.16.2.2. By Application

    16.17. Turkey Market Analysis

        16.17.1. Value Proportion Analysis by Market Taxonomy

        16.17.2. Value & Analysis and Forecast by Market Taxonomy, 2017 to 2032

            16.17.2.1. By Fiber Type

            16.17.2.2. By Application

        16.17.3. Competition Landscape and Player Concentration in the Country

17. Market Structure Analysis

    17.1. Market Analysis by Tier of Companies

    17.2. Market Concentration

    17.3. Market Share Analysis of Top Players

    17.4. Market Presence Analysis

        17.4.1. By Regional footprint of Players

        17.4.2. Product footprint by Players

18. Competition Analysis

    18.1. Competition Dashboard

    18.2. Competition Benchmarking

    18.3. Competition Deep Dive

        18.3.1. INTEGRA LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION

        18.3.2. FIBEROPTICS TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATED

        18.3.3. America Fujikura Ltd.

        18.3.4. MOLEX

        18.3.5. COHERENT, INC.

        18.3.6. TIMBERCON, INC.

        18.3.7. GULF FIBEROPTICS

        18.3.8. LEONI

        18.3.9. SCHOTT

19. Assumptions and Acronyms Used

20. Research Methodology

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