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This report on tuberculosis testing studies the current as well as future prospects of the market globally. Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly contagious disease, and is caused due to Mycobacterium tuberculosis or MTB infection and majorly infects human lungs. People majorly suffer from two forms of TB: active tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis. The several types of TB based on the site of infection are pulmonary TB (lungs), skeletal TB (bone and joints), pleural TB, lymph node TB, gastrointestinal TB, and TB meningitis. Pulmonary TB is the most contagious disease and affects a large number of individuals globally. Based on types of tests, the tuberculosis testing market has been segmented into seven major categories: smear microscopy, culture-based tests, nucleic acid testing, Mantoux test or tuberculin skin tests (TST), radiography (chest x-ray), drug susceptibility testing (DST) and other TB tests.

Dilated cardiomyopathy is an important cause of heart failure and is one of the leading indications for heart transplantation across the globe. It is characterized by the enlargement of ventricular chamber along with systolic dysfunction. Dilated cardiomyopathy can develop at any age but it is more common among people aged between 20 years and 60 years. According to American Society for Clinical Investigation about 25% - 50% of the total dilated cardiomyopathy cases are genetically caused, owing to mutation in genes encoding for cytoskeleton, contractile, or other proteins in myocardial cells.

The orthopedic soft tissue surgical procedures market has been segmented into surgeries such as rotator cuff repair, vaginal prolapse, lateral epicondylitis, Achilles, gluteal tendon and anterior cruciate ligament. The orthopedic soft tissue surgical procedures market offers lucrative business opportunities in developed regions such as the U.S., Europe and Japan due to periodic launch of technologically advanced surgical products by key players and increasing number of injuries caused by sports such as basketball, football and baseball. For example, the American Orthopedic Society of Sport Medicine estimated that around 150,000 ACL injuries occur in the U.S. each year and the number of injuries is projected to increase in the near future.

Pre-Owned medical devices are defined as the devices that were owned earlier by any healthcare institution and that are now subject to sale or repurchase after refurbishment. 'Refurbishment' is defined as restoration of the device to its original specifications including replacement of basic wear parts and aesthetic changes to a complete end-to-end refurbishment. The pre-owned medical devices market study is thus, of interest of the refurbishment service providers. This report exclusively studies the market for pre-owned medical devices from aspects such as value of the refurbishment services rendered, per medical device type. The pre-owned medical devices market is classified by the medical device type that is refurbished i.e. X-ray and Mammography Machines, CT Machines, MRI Machines, UltraSound Machines, Nuclear Imaging and Medicine Devices and C-arm Devices. The market size and forecast for the period 2013 – 2019, in terms of USD million, considering 2012 as the base year has been provided for each segment and sub-segment in the report. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for each segment has been provided for the forecast period from 2013 – 2019.

Neurological disorders-conditions that affect the nervous system-are on the rise, and so is the demand for treating these conditions. This, in turn, has given the demand for neurology devices a fillip. The market for neurology devices is currently in expansion mode, and this research report charts this growth path between 2013 and 2019.

Electrophysiology devices are used in the diagnosis and treatment of those diseases that occur due to abnormal electrical properties of biological cells and tissues. Electrophysiology devices have wide application in the management of cardiac arrhythmias. The study analyzes two major segments of the electrophysiology devices market namely, electrophysiology monitoring devices and treatment devices. The market for electrophysiology monitoring devices comprises for all those devices that are widely used in the diagnosis of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, epilepsy and retinal disorders. Electrophysiology monitoring devices are segmented as electrocardiograph, electroencephalograph, electroretinograph, electromyograph, electrocorticograph, electrooculograph, x-ray systems, imaging and 3D mapping systems, diagnostic electrophysiology catheters and Holter monitoring devices. The market for treatment devices includes pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators, cardiac resynchronization therapy devices and catheters. The report also explains various technological advancements taking place in the segment.

The global mechanical ventilators market is expected to witness notable growth primarily because of rapid technological innovation in the design and portability of these devices and the rising prevalence of chronic respiratory disorders. In addition, increase in preference of cost deviation by hospitals by transferring long term ventilated patients to home care settings is expected to be another major factor spurring the demand for portable and home care mechanical ventilators. The global market for mechanical ventilation has come a long way since the past two decades and its growth is mainly attributed to the high demand for technologically advanced medical devices in developed markets.

Demand for alcohol-based disinfectants is primarily ascribed to increasing awareness about hand hygiene globally and rising demand for disinfectants for hand sanitizing. North America dominates the global market for alcohol-based disinfectants. This report by Transparency Market Research analyzes, estimates and forecasts the alcohol-based disinfectants market on a global and regional level for a six year period from 2014 to 2020, both in terms of volume and revenue. The study also provides information on restraints, drivers and opportunities along with their impact on the overall market during the forecast period. The report segments the market based on application and region, and offers estimates and forecast for each segment.

Superabsorbent polymers (SAP) were first produced in the U.S. and Japan in 1970. These polymers were used in the manufacture of baby diapers and adult incontinence products due to their high water absorbing and retaining capacity. Superabsorbent polymers (SAP) help keep the skin dry, thereby preventing the spread of infections in diaper users. Demand for these polymers is expected to be high in the near future. There are two types of superabsorbent polymers (SAP): sodium polyacrylate and polyacrylamide copolymer. Both these polymers are used in the manufacture of diapers and various hygiene products in the market. The market for superabsorbent polymers (SAP) is anticipated to grow significantly due to increasing demand for hygiene products.

The report analyzes and forecasts the market for dyestuff (black color) for textile fibers on the global and regional level. Demand has been forecast based on volumes (kilo tons) and revenue (USD million) from 2014 to 2020. The study includes drivers and restraints for the dyestuff (black color) market for textile fibers along with their impact on demand during the forecast period. The report also comprises the study of opportunities available in the dyestuff (black color) market for textile fibers on the global and regional level.