Staff report
SNS Insider reported in May of this year that the global diagnostic imaging market was valued at $48.97 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $74.11 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 4.23 percent. The computed tomography market is one part of the overall diagnostic imaging market expected to see significant growth in coming years.
Mordor Intelligence reported in February of 2026 that the computed tomography market size was valued at $8.55 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow from $8.96 billion in 2026 to reach $11.83 billion by 2031.
“Photon-counting detectors, AI-enabled workflow automation and service-driven financing models are shortening replacement cycles and widening global access,” according to the report. “Vendors are commercializing scanners that deliver sub-millisievert protocols, and regulators have cleared more than 240 radiology AI algorithms since 2024, cutting median read times for chest CT by roughly one-fifth. Hospitals are shifting from capital expenditure to outcome-based leases, pushing services revenue ahead of hardware growth. High-slice and spectral systems are becoming standard in tertiary centers, while portable CT fills critical-care gaps. In parallel, mid-income countries are funding large procurement programs, creating fresh demand for high-slice platforms from local and multinational suppliers.”
Fortune Business Insights followed the Mordor Intelligence report with its CT market forecast in April of this year.
“The global computed tomography (CT) scanners market size was valued at $7.65 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from $8.06 billion in 2026 to $13.21 billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.40% during the forecast period,” according to the Fortune Business Insights report.
“The increase in the prevalence of chronic diseases, such as cancer, neurology diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and orthopedic disorders, has led to a large patient pool in need of diagnostic modalities such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging globally. The prevalence of chronic disorders is high among the global population,” the report added.
Grand View Research provides a more modest forecast for the CT market.
The global computed tomography market size was estimated at $4.6 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $7.8 billion by 2030, according to Grand View Research.
“Technological advancements in computed tomography (CT) technology, coupled with the growing prevalence of chronic disorders, such as cancer, orthopedics, and cardiovascular and neurological conditions, are expected to accelerate market growth,” the report states.
Furthermore, increasing awareness and focus on preventive healthcare measures have led to a surge in routine diagnostic procedures, contributing to the expanding market for computed tomography. The introduction of CT has been of great benefit to medical care. This technology improves diagnoses, prevents unnecessary medical procedures, improves treatment by providing detailed anatomical imaging, and is a cost-effective imaging technique.
“It is an essential diagnostics tool, especially for scanning bone, soft tissue, and blood vessels all at the same time. Since CT imaging is quick and easy during emergency cases, internal injuries can be detected early enough to save lives. Thus, increasing demand for advanced assessment tools in the emergency department and growing number of ambulatory emergency care units are the factors expected to have a positive impact on market growth,” the report adds. “Technological advancements, such as the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the development of accessories to enhance image quality obtained by conventional CT scanners are the major factors expected to fuel market growth.”
The computed tomography industry is accelerating at a moderate to high stage and is expected to witness a high degree of innovation, marked by several instances of regulatory approvals, partnerships and collaborations.
“In recent years, the industry has witnessed a significant rise in new product launches, posing a challenge for established players to maintain their foothold in the constantly evolving industry. Key industry players are making substantial investments in R&D activities to create innovative imaging technologies, which are anticipated to drive market expansion,” the report states.
Grand View Research found that the hospital segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 43.28% in 2023. The increased number of emergency admissions in hospitals and high number of surgeries performed each year have contributed to the segment’s large market share.
