Global Pediatric Imaging Market Revenue Grows at a CAGR of 7.23%.

Introduction

Straits Research today released its highly anticipated report, “Global Pediatric Imaging Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2034”. According to the study, the market size is valued at USD 10.34 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 18.07 billion by 2034, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.23%.

Market Dynamics

The pediatric imaging market is experiencing steady expansion, primarily supported by rising demand for advanced diagnostic modalities tailored for children. A key driver of this growth is the increasing prevalence of pediatric diseases, including congenital disorders, respiratory infections, and neurological conditions, which require early and accurate diagnosis. As healthcare providers emphasize timely intervention, hospitals and diagnostic centers are adopting child-specific imaging systems with lower radiation doses and improved precision. This trend is further strengthened by the global push toward upgrading healthcare infrastructure and integrating technologically advanced imaging equipment suitable for infants and young children.

Despite this momentum, the market continues to face notable restraints, with the high cost of pediatric imaging technologies. Specialized systems such as low-dose CT, pediatric MRI, and advanced ultrasound platforms require substantial investment for procurement, installation, and maintenance. Additionally, the need for trained pediatric radiologists and technologists increases operational costs for providers. These financial challenges limit adoption across low-income regions where budget constraints restrict access to advanced pediatric imaging facilities.

On the opportunity front, continuous innovations in non-invasive and radiation-free imaging are opening new avenues for market expansion. Growing adoption of AI-enabled diagnostic tools, enhanced image-guided procedures, and portable point-of-care imaging solutions is improving clinical accuracy while prioritizing patient safety. Moreover, increasing investment in digital health, coupled with the development of imaging technologies optimized for pediatric physiology, is expected to accelerate adoption and create substantial growth prospects for manufacturers.

Market Highlights

• Modality: The ultrasound segment is expected to register the fastest CAGR of 8.15%.
• Application: The orthopedics segment dominated the market, accounting for 32.78% revenue share in 2025.
• End Use: The hospitals segment dominated the market in 2025.
• Regional Insights: North America dominated the market, accounting for 40.60% of the market share in 2025, owing to the presence of established imaging instrument manufacturers.

Competitive Players

1. AGFA HealthCare
2. Analogic
3. CANON MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORPORATION
4. Carestream Health
5. Esaote
6. FUJIFILM
7. GE Healthcare
8. Hyperfine
9. LMT Medical Systems
10. Mindray 
11. Samsung Healthcare
12. Shimadzu
13. Siemens Healthineers
14. Others

Recent Developments

January 2024: Carestream Health launched an upgraded DRX-Excel Plus X-ray System featuring an automatic grid-parking function, offering improved support for pediatric exams and enhancing efficiency in both general radiology and fluoroscopy settings.

Segmentation

1. By Modality (2026-2034)
   1. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
   2. Computed Tomography
   3. Ultrasound
   4. X-Ray
   5. Others
2. By Application (2026-2034)
   1. Oncology
   2. Cardiology
   3. Orthopedics
   4. Gastroenterology
   5. Neurology
   6. Others
3. By End Use (2026-2034)
   1. Hospitals
   2. Diagnostic Centre
   3. Others