Driven by increasing focus on advancing women’s health and facilitating timely breast cancer diagnosis, India’s mammography equipment market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of around 12% between 2023 and 2033, forecasts GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

GlobalData’s report, “Mammography Equipment Market Size by Segments, Share, Regulatory and Reimbursement, Procedures and Forecast to 2033,” reveals that in terms of volume, India is the second largest market for mammography equipment in the Asia-Pacific region, accounting for around 25% of the market in 2023.

Rachna Tripathi, Medical Devices Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “As women’s health becomes a more pressing issue, there is a growing demand for breast cancer screening in India, which is leading to an increase in the installed base of mammography equipment in healthcare institutions.

“However, there are significant challenges to overcome in the field of mammography despite major advancements. These include concerns with radiation safety, image quality, the need for improved mobility, cost efficiency, and accessibility. In the face of such a wide variety of challenges, it is essential to call on more innovative solutions that not only enhance efficiency and accessibility but also support cost-effectiveness.”

Fujifilm India has recently taken a significant stride in advancing early breast cancer detection and healthcare empowerment by installing 125 AMULET Innovality digital mammography machines across the country. This initiative was underscored by the “Together Against Breast Cancer” conference, which not only facilitated information-sharing and awareness but also fostered collaboration among healthcare professionals, all working towards the common goal of enhancing women’s health and achieving early breast cancer detection.

Tripathi concludes: “Though considerable advancements are being made in the field of breast cancer, lack of awareness remains the key concern, globally. October is recognized as ‘National Breast Cancer Awareness Month’, often known as ‘Pink Month’. This campaign carries the theme ‘Keeping Her in The Picture’ this year. India is playing its part in supporting the cause by organizing Walkathons and by offering mammography tests at discounted prices, and this shows India’s unwavering commitment to women’s well-being and the fight against breast cancer.”