Fixed vs. Mobile C-arms

The C-arms devices market is broadly segmented into fixed C-arms and mobile C-arms, each serving distinct clinical needs and end-user settings. While fixed C-arms have traditionally held a larger market share, mobile C-arms are now poised for a faster growth rate, driven by their versatility and expanding use in non-hospital settings. The different market dynamics between these two segments are a key area of analysis in the C Arms Devices Market report.

Fixed C-arms, often found in specialized cardiac catheterization labs and hybrid operating rooms, are large, ceiling-mounted units designed for complex and high-acuity procedures. They offer superior image quality, a larger field of view, and more advanced features, such as 3D imaging capabilities. They are essential for procedures like complex vascular and cardiac interventions where continuous, high-resolution imaging is critical. Mobile C-arms, by contrast, are smaller, more flexible, and can be easily moved between different operating rooms, departments, or even different facilities. This portability makes them ideal for a wide range of procedures in orthopedics, pain management, and general surgery. The increasing demand for mobile C-arms is also being driven by the growth of ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) and outpatient clinics, where their compact footprint and versatility are highly valued.