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Medical equipment market includes various segments such as orthopaedic implants and prosthetics, cardiovascular devices, neurovascular devices, general equipment & supplies, patient monitoring equipment, ophthalmic devices, in vitro diagnostics equipment and others. Hospital equipments and supplies refer to the medical devices that are used in hospitals. Hospital equipment and supplies market is growing at a significant rate due to increase in the hospital number, rise in aging population and growing awareness about hospital acquired infections (HAIs). Hospital equipment and supplies market can be categorized into various categories. For instance, mobility aids and transportation equipment, operating room equipment, sterilization and disinfectant equipment, disposable hospital supplies, syringes and needles and patient examination devices.

Biobanks refers to the repository that collects, stores and distributes human biological materials including blood, plasma, saliva, purified DNA and other biospecimens. Biological banks keep a record of personal and health related information such as genetic information, health records, lifestyle, and family history for use it in health and medical research. Biological materials are stored in biobanks in an appropriate environment. It helps to detect human diseases and their causes; by various diagnostics tests that are conducted on these biological samples. Global biobanks market can be classified into various segments including human tissue banking, commercial biobanks, academic collections, stem cell banking, private cord banking and DNA and RNA storage. Biobanks helps in improvement of health of people by minimizing drug reactions and providing personalized medications.

Digital pathology refers to the process of using computer technology to convert an analog microscopic image into a digital image. A digital pathology system is an image based healthcare information system which creates, manages, stores, shares, analyzes and interprets the digital image through glass slides by using computer technology. Digital pathology helps in accurate diagnosis by standardizing test interpretation and workflow. Digital pathology systems are used in hospitals, research institutions, medical universities and government organizations.

A carton is a box or container usually made of paperboard and sometimes corrugated fiberboard. Liquid packaging cartons are available in different shapes, sizes and designs according to the packager’s need. Liquid packaging cartons are generally used in safe storage and secure transportation for liquid products. The liquid packaging cartons market can be segmented on the basis of type of liquid product and geography. Different segments of liquid products include water, dairy products, soft drinks and juices.

Metal injection molding (MIM) and ceramic injection molding (CIM) are advanced manufacturing technology used in manufacturing of complex, precision, net shape components from metal and ceramic powder respectively. Together these two technologies are popularly known as powder injection molding (PIM). Metal and ceramic injection molding technology offers the design flexibility for unlimited choice of material offered by powder metallurgy (powdered metal and ceramic).

Home medical equipment (HME) refers to the medical devices that help to provide safe, convenience, cost effective and familiar environment to the patients. This helps in easy recovery of patients and improves their quality of life. Type of home medical equipment includes therapeutic equipment, patient monitoring equipment, mobility assist equipment and other patient support equipment. Home therapeutic equipment market is increasing at a high growth rate due to increasing incidence of chronic diseases such as respiratory disorder, cancer and kidney failure. Home therapeutic equipment includes products such as home dialysis products, home respiratory therapy equipment, home IV equipment and other home therapeutic equipment. Home medical equipment helps in reducing time spent in hospitals, nursing homes and clinics.

Protein crystallography is a technique used to visualize protein structure and enhance understanding about protein function. The process of protein crystallography includes protein purification, protein crystallization, protein crystal mounting and protein crystallography. Protein crystallization is a process of formation of protein crystals. Protein crystallization technique helps to identify three dimensional structure of protein. Protein crystallization is used by researcher during drug discovery and development. In addition, the technique is also used in protein engineering, drug designing and other applications.

Ventilator is a life supporting healthcare device which regulates breathing of a patient during his treatment. Ventilators are used in the condition of serious lung disease or in other conditions which result in improper working of respiratory system. Ventilators help the patient to breathe easily. On the basis of type of product, ventilators may be classified into critical care ventilators, neonatal ventilators and transport and portable ventilators. On the basis of delivery of oxygen into the lungs, ventilators are of two types such as positive pressure mechanical ventilators and negative pressure mechanical ventilators. Ventilators are used generally used in hospitals. However, in conditions where patient needs long term care facilities and require ventilators for the rest of their lives, the ventilators can be used at home.

Compression therapy refers to a process of using compression bandages or clothes to treat chronic venous diseases and lymphedema. This disease is more common in lower extremity. Compression therapy devices when applied correctly assist the blood flow. Compression therapy involves applying of gradual pressure with strongest at ankle and decreasing towards top of the garment. This gradual pressure helps in restoring normal blood circulation.

The global pain relief market is growing vigorously due to increase in aging population and rising prevalence of diseases such as arthritis, cancer and diabetic neuropathy. Opioids refer to the class of drugs used in pain management. It reduces the intensity of pain signals reaching brain; thus reduces the painful stimulus. Various opioids available in the market are hydrocodone, morphine, oxycodone, codeine and others. Hydrocodones are prescribed for dental and injury related pain management. Morphine is commonly used before and after surgical procedures to lighten the pain. Opioids such as codeine and diphenoxylate are used to treat cough and severe diarrhea. Opioids are available in the market as OTC (over-the-counter) drugs or in prescribed form. Opioids market is adversely affected by strict regulations of use of these drugs in some countries.