Straits Research released its highly anticipated report, “Global High Intensity Focused Ultrasound Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2034”. According to the study, the market size is valued at USD 1.40 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 2.61 billion by 2034, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.12%.
The global high intensity focused ultrasound market is experiencing strong momentum, primarily driven by the growing demand for non-invasive and minimally invasive therapeutic options across oncology, neurology, and women’s health. As patients and healthcare systems increasingly prefer procedures with reduced recovery time, lower complication risks, and improved clinical precision, HIFU is gaining wider acceptance. Its capability to ablate tumors, manage neurological disorders, and treat benign conditions without surgical incisions is encouraging hospitals and specialty clinics to integrate advanced ultrasound-guided systems into their treatment portfolios, particularly as clinical evidence supporting its efficacy continues to expand.
However, high equipment costs and limited reimbursement structures in many regions remain significant restraints. HIFU platforms require substantial capital investment, specialized imaging infrastructure, and trained personnel, which creates barriers for adoption in low-resource and emerging healthcare markets. Furthermore, the absence of standardized reimbursement pathways for various HIFU procedures often shifts financial responsibility to patients, restricting accessibility and slowing the pace of market penetration. On the other hand, the market presents substantial opportunities as research advances and regulatory approvals broaden the range of treatable conditions. Increasing clinical trials exploring HIFU for liver tumors, pancreatic cancer, uterine fibroids, and neurological indications are expanding its application scope.
January 2024: Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital launched the revolutionary High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology for patients with prostate cancer.