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Point of Care Ultrasound Market Outlook: Growth and Forecast Highlights 2030

March 5, 2026 by Marketing Posting

Uncover key drivers, emerging technologies, and competitive movements shaping the point of care ultrasound market from 2026–2035 with trusted insights from The Business Research Company

How much is the Point of Care Ultrasound Market valued at in 2026, and what valuation is forecast for 2030?

The point of care ultrasound market size has shown robust growth over recent years. It is projected to expand from $4.54 billion in 2025 to $4.88 billion in 2026, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. Factors contributing to its historical expansion include a heightened demand for real-time diagnostic imaging, the extension of emergency and critical care provisions, the uptake of portable medical devices, the increase in point-of-care clinical practices, and advancements in ultrasound hardware miniaturization.

The point of care ultrasound market size is anticipated to experience robust expansion over the coming years, with projections indicating it will reach $6.55 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. This expansion during the forecast period is propelled by factors such as the increasing acceptance of AI-enabled ultrasound systems, a surge in demand for portable imaging devices, the proliferation of POCUS training initiatives, wider application in outpatient and ambulatory environments, and enhanced integration with electronic health records. Key developments expected during this timeframe encompass the growing uptake of handheld ultrasound devices, greater reliance on bedside imaging for emergency care, more extensive incorporation of AI-assisted image analysis, the broadened scope of portable diagnostic ultrasound uses, and a heightened emphasis on supporting swift clinical decision-making.

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What Drivers Are Influencing The Growth Of The Point of Care Ultrasound Market?

The increasing incidence of chronic illnesses is anticipated to boost the expansion of the point-of-care ultrasound market in the future. Chronic, also known as non-communicable diseases (NCDs), are enduring health issues that last for a prolonged duration and typically advance gradually. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is vital for managing chronic conditions and enhancing patient results due to its capacity to facilitate early diagnosis, tailored therapies, and distant oversight. For example, data from January 2023 by the National Institutes of Health, a US government body, indicates that by 2035, an estimated 35.66% (with a range of 33.36–36.04) of adults aged 50 and above are forecast to experience at least one chronic ailment, with this proportion predicted to climb to 47.81% (ranging from 46.09–49.71) by 2050. Consequently, the growing occurrence of chronic diseases is a key driver for the point-of-care ultrasound market.

How Is The Point of Care Ultrasound Market Organized Into Various Segments?

The point of care ultrasound market covered in this report is segmented –

1) By Type: Diagnostic Devices, Therapeutic Devices

2) By Portability: Trolley Based Devices, Handheld Devices

3) By Application: Emergency Medicine, Cardiology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Urology, Vascular Surgery, Musculoskeletal, Other Applications

4) By End-User: Hospitals, Clinics, Maternity Centers, Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs), Other End Users

Subsegments:

1) By Diagnostic Devices: Portable Ultrasound Systems, Handheld Ultrasound Devices, Cart-Based Ultrasound Machines

2) By Therapeutic Devices: Ultrasound-Guided Injection Systems, Ultrasound Therapy Devices, Ablation Devices

Which Competitive Trends Are Impacting The Structure Of The Point of Care Ultrasound Market?

Leading companies active in the point-of-care ultrasound market are focusing on developing technologically advanced products, including ultrasound-on-chip technology, to enhance imaging capabilities and drive innovation in medical diagnostics. This technology integrates ultrasound components onto a single chip, facilitating compact and portable ultrasound devices for various medical imaging applications. Such innovation improves accessibility to ultrasound diagnostics and offers potential for advancements in point-of-care and wearable healthcare devices. For instance, in February 2024, Butterfly Network Inc., a US-based manufacturer of medical imaging devices, unveiled the Butterfly iQ3, the latest iteration of its handheld point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) system. It incorporates P4.3 ultrasound-on-chip technology, notable for having the world’s fastest digital data transfer rate. This system is engineered to deliver enhanced high-resolution imaging and portable ultrasound imaging with advanced 3D capabilities, and it possesses double the processing power of its predecessor, the Butterfly iQ+.

Who Are The Major Companies Operating In The Point of Care Ultrasound Market?

Major companies operating in the point of care ultrasound market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., Siemens Healthineers GmbH, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, Koninklijke Philips N.V., GE HealthCare Technologies Inc., Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation, Fukuda Denshi Co. Ltd., FUJIFILM Sonosite Inc., Analogic Corporation, Esaote SPA, Zimmer MedizinSysteme GmbH, Chison Medical Imaging Co. Ltd., Butterfly Network Inc., Terason Division Teratech Corporation, ALPINION Medical Systems Co. Ltd., Shenzhen AnaSonic Bio-Medical Technology Co. Ltd., Healcerion Co. Ltd., Edan Instruments Inc., Shenzhen Landwind Industry Co. Ltd., United Imaging Healthcare, Mindray Medical International Limited, Samsung Medison Co. Ltd.

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Which Region Is Anticipated To See The Fastest Growth In The Point of Care Ultrasound Market?

North America was the largest region in the point of care ultrasound market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the point of care ultrasound market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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