Global Spirometer Market 2016-2020

Global outlook for the spirometer market

A spirometer is a medical apparatus used to measure the volume of air inspired and expired by the lungs. The device produces a spirogram, which is a graphic record of the ventilation patterns of the lungs. They are widely used for conducting the basic lung function tests to detect respiratory disorders like asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Increasing awareness and early diagnosis of chronic and other respiratory disorders can help reduce the severity of such diseases and also prevent them in some cases. Moreover, healthcare facilities, organizations, and authorities worldwide have launched campaigns and programs to improve the preventive measures for COPD over the past few years. For example, in 2014, Bayern Healthcare collaborated with the Pulmonary Hypertension Association to run a campaign called Breathless Moments during the pulmonary hypertension awareness month. Such initiatives are anticipated to increase awareness among patients and will, in turn, translate into the demand for spirometers. According to the market research analysts at Technavio, the global spirometer market is envisaged to witness impressive growth and will post a CAGR of more than 8% during the forecast period.

One of the emerging trends spurring the growth prospects for this market is the introduction of compact, lightweight, and portable spirometers. This trend for smaller devices will continue over the forecast period with advances in nanotechnology and increasing miniaturization of integrated circuits and sensors. Moreover, the availability of a vast range of wireless data transfer technologies will allow remote monitoring by using a small array of wireless sensors that collect data during fixed intervals and communicate with a central hub that analyzes this data. This makes the device more cost efficient and reduces the complexity of operations for industrial users.

Product segmentation and analysis of the spirometer market

• Table-top
• Handheld
• PC