GITNUXREPORT 2025

Medical Imaging Statistics

Medical imaging market grows rapidly, driven by AI and advanced technologies.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Ultrasound imaging is the most frequently used diagnostic imaging technique worldwide

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85% of hospitals worldwide utilize some form of digital imaging technology

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The average radiation dose from a CT colonography is approximately 3 mSv, lower than traditional colonoscopy preparation

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The global medical imaging market was valued at approximately $34.2 billion in 2022

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X-ray imaging accounts for the largest share of medical imaging procedures worldwide

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Computed Tomography (CT) scans are responsible for nearly 70% of all ionizing radiation exposure from medical procedures

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The average cost of a PET scan in the U.S. is approximately $4,000

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The average radiation dose from a chest X-ray is about 0.1 mSv

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The global market for contrast agents in medical imaging is projected to reach $4.7 billion by 2027

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Approximately 40 million dermatology ultrasound scans are performed worldwide annually

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Radiation exposure from medical imaging is estimated to contribute to about 15,000 cancer cases annually in the U.S.

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The global AI in medical imaging market is projected to reach $2.8 billion by 2028

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In 2023, there are over 45,000 MRI machines installed globally

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The number of outpatient imaging procedures in the U.S. reached over 150 million in 2022

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The global contrast media market size is expected to reach $3.6 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 4.8%

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Globally, over 25 billion medical imaging procedures are performed annually, with a significant portion for cancer screening

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The global interventional radiology market is expected to reach $8.2 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.1%

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The radiology AI market size was valued at $1.2 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow rapidly

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The number of MRI procedures in the U.S. increased by over 50% from 2010 to 2020

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Artificial intelligence in medical imaging is expected to grow at a CAGR of 29% from 2023 to 2030

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MRI usage in cancer detection has increased by 20% over the last five years

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The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 12% decrease in elective imaging procedures globally in 2020

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60% of medical imaging professionals report improved diagnostic accuracy with AI tools as of 2023

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The average age of patients undergoing medical imaging is increasing, with many procedures performed on patients over 65 years old

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The number of PET/CT scanners worldwide is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% from 2021 to 2028

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The average turnaround time for radiology reports has decreased by 25% with AI-enabled tools

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55% of radiology departments worldwide have integrated AI solutions into their workflows as of 2023

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65% of doctors believe that AI will significantly reduce diagnostic errors in radiology

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The market for 3D printing in medical imaging applications is expected to grow at a CAGR of 22% through 2025

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The number of mobile medical imaging units (such as mobile MRI and echo units) increased by 20% from 2019 to 2022

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About 25% of all diagnostic imaging procedures are now performed using portable or point-of-care devices

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The average wait time for radiology results has been reduced to less than 24 hours in 60% of hospitals adopting AI tools

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The use of machine learning algorithms for image analysis has led to a 40% increase in detection of certain cardiac abnormalities

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In 2023, the cost of developing AI-based medical imaging software is decreasing, with average developmental costs dropping by 10% annually

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The integration of blockchain in medical imaging data management is expected to increase data security by over 35% by 2025

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The number of artificial intelligence patents filed in medical imaging increased by 45% from 2018 to 2022

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In developing countries, the adoption rate of imaging technology is growing by an average of 15% annually

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The percentage of incidental findings detected during imaging scans has increased by 10% over the past five years

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Approximately 35% of all mammography screenings are now performed with 3D tomosynthesis

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The global demand for radiation shielding materials in medical imaging is projected to increase by 3% annually through 2030

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The adoption rate of digital radiography has increased by 75% in hospitals from 2015 to 2020

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In 2022, the global adoption rate of portable ultrasound devices increased by 35% compared to 2021

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90% of radiology departments in developed countries use cloud-based storage solutions for imaging data

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The use of dual-energy CT improves diagnostic accuracy in gout detection by up to 90%

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The average detection rate of early-stage tumors increases by 30% with the use of advanced ultrasound technologies

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The accuracy of lung disease diagnosis improves by approximately 15% with 3D imaging techniques

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The average time from imaging to diagnosis has decreased by 20% due to advancements in AI-assisted reading

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Key Highlights

The global medical imaging market was valued at approximately $34.2 billion in 2022
X-ray imaging accounts for the largest share of medical imaging procedures worldwide
The number of MRI procedures in the U.S. increased by over 50% from 2010 to 2020
Computed Tomography (CT) scans are responsible for nearly 70% of all ionizing radiation exposure from medical procedures
Ultrasound imaging is the most frequently used diagnostic imaging technique worldwide
The average cost of a PET scan in the U.S. is approximately $4,000
The adoption rate of digital radiography has increased by 75% in hospitals from 2015 to 2020
Artificial intelligence in medical imaging is expected to grow at a CAGR of 29% from 2023 to 2030
The average radiation dose from a chest X-ray is about 0.1 mSv
MRI usage in cancer detection has increased by 20% over the last five years
The global market for contrast agents in medical imaging is projected to reach $4.7 billion by 2027
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 12% decrease in elective imaging procedures globally in 2020
Approximately 40 million dermatology ultrasound scans are performed worldwide annually

Medical imaging is revolutionizing healthcare at a rapid pace, with a booming global market valued at over $34 billion in 2022 and transformative advances like AI boosting diagnostic accuracy and efficiency worldwide.

Market Segments and Types of Medical Imaging Technologies

Ultrasound imaging is the most frequently used diagnostic imaging technique worldwide
85% of hospitals worldwide utilize some form of digital imaging technology
The average radiation dose from a CT colonography is approximately 3 mSv, lower than traditional colonoscopy preparation

Market Segments and Types of Medical Imaging Technologies Interpretation

While ultrasound's popularity underscores its accessibility and safety, the widespread adoption of digital imaging and the relatively low radiation dose of CT colonography highlight a healthcare landscape increasingly relying on precise, less invasive diagnostic tools—proving that in medicine, clarity often comes with less radiation exposure.

Market Size, Cost, and Investment Data

The global medical imaging market was valued at approximately $34.2 billion in 2022
X-ray imaging accounts for the largest share of medical imaging procedures worldwide
Computed Tomography (CT) scans are responsible for nearly 70% of all ionizing radiation exposure from medical procedures
The average cost of a PET scan in the U.S. is approximately $4,000
The average radiation dose from a chest X-ray is about 0.1 mSv
The global market for contrast agents in medical imaging is projected to reach $4.7 billion by 2027
Approximately 40 million dermatology ultrasound scans are performed worldwide annually
Radiation exposure from medical imaging is estimated to contribute to about 15,000 cancer cases annually in the U.S.
The global AI in medical imaging market is projected to reach $2.8 billion by 2028
In 2023, there are over 45,000 MRI machines installed globally
The number of outpatient imaging procedures in the U.S. reached over 150 million in 2022
The global contrast media market size is expected to reach $3.6 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 4.8%
Globally, over 25 billion medical imaging procedures are performed annually, with a significant portion for cancer screening
The global interventional radiology market is expected to reach $8.2 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.1%
The radiology AI market size was valued at $1.2 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow rapidly

Market Size, Cost, and Investment Data Interpretation

With a global medical imaging market surpassing $34 billion and over 25 billion procedures annually—including 70% of ionizing radiation from CT scans—it's clear that while technology advances and AI market projections promise efficiency and innovation, we must also balance the radiation risks, cost, and accessibility to ensure imaging truly serves patient health without becoming a radiologic double-edged sword.

Market Trends and Market Outlooks

The number of MRI procedures in the U.S. increased by over 50% from 2010 to 2020
Artificial intelligence in medical imaging is expected to grow at a CAGR of 29% from 2023 to 2030
MRI usage in cancer detection has increased by 20% over the last five years
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 12% decrease in elective imaging procedures globally in 2020
60% of medical imaging professionals report improved diagnostic accuracy with AI tools as of 2023
The average age of patients undergoing medical imaging is increasing, with many procedures performed on patients over 65 years old
The number of PET/CT scanners worldwide is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6% from 2021 to 2028
The average turnaround time for radiology reports has decreased by 25% with AI-enabled tools
55% of radiology departments worldwide have integrated AI solutions into their workflows as of 2023
65% of doctors believe that AI will significantly reduce diagnostic errors in radiology
The market for 3D printing in medical imaging applications is expected to grow at a CAGR of 22% through 2025
The number of mobile medical imaging units (such as mobile MRI and echo units) increased by 20% from 2019 to 2022
About 25% of all diagnostic imaging procedures are now performed using portable or point-of-care devices
The average wait time for radiology results has been reduced to less than 24 hours in 60% of hospitals adopting AI tools
The use of machine learning algorithms for image analysis has led to a 40% increase in detection of certain cardiac abnormalities
In 2023, the cost of developing AI-based medical imaging software is decreasing, with average developmental costs dropping by 10% annually
The integration of blockchain in medical imaging data management is expected to increase data security by over 35% by 2025
The number of artificial intelligence patents filed in medical imaging increased by 45% from 2018 to 2022
In developing countries, the adoption rate of imaging technology is growing by an average of 15% annually
The percentage of incidental findings detected during imaging scans has increased by 10% over the past five years
Approximately 35% of all mammography screenings are now performed with 3D tomosynthesis
The global demand for radiation shielding materials in medical imaging is projected to increase by 3% annually through 2030

Market Trends and Market Outlooks Interpretation

As medical imaging regimes increasingly embrace AI—boosting detection rates while trimming report times—it's clear we're rapidly progressing from traditional scans to a futuristic, secure, and more accurate diagnostic era, even as the world navigates pandemic setbacks and an aging patient population.

Regulatory, Adoption, and Usage Trends

The adoption rate of digital radiography has increased by 75% in hospitals from 2015 to 2020
In 2022, the global adoption rate of portable ultrasound devices increased by 35% compared to 2021
90% of radiology departments in developed countries use cloud-based storage solutions for imaging data

Regulatory, Adoption, and Usage Trends Interpretation

As hospitals increasingly embrace digital radiography, portable ultrasounds, and cloud storage, the future of medical imaging is not just brighter but smarter—demonstrating that in healthcare, timely innovation is the real diagnostic test.

Technological Innovations and Advancements in Medical Imaging

The use of dual-energy CT improves diagnostic accuracy in gout detection by up to 90%
The average detection rate of early-stage tumors increases by 30% with the use of advanced ultrasound technologies
The accuracy of lung disease diagnosis improves by approximately 15% with 3D imaging techniques
The average time from imaging to diagnosis has decreased by 20% due to advancements in AI-assisted reading

Technological Innovations and Advancements in Medical Imaging Interpretation

Advancements in medical imaging—from dual-energy CT and advanced ultrasound to 3D techniques and AI—are revolutionizing diagnostics with striking improvements in accuracy and speed, transforming patient care from a cautious guess to a precise science.