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A number of factors such as the increasing cases of cancer, mounting healthcare expenditure, surging awareness regarding cancer and cancer treatment options, soaring preference for minimally invasive surgeries, and rising technological advancements in image-guided biopsy systems are expected to drive the aspiration and biopsy needles market at a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period (2020–2030). According to P&S Intelligence, the market revenue stood at $801.5 million in 2019 and it is projected to reach $1,717.9 million by 2030. The aspiration and biopsy needles market is being driven by the surging cases of cancers across the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020, cancer accounted for approximately 10 million deaths. Breast, lung, colon and rectum, prostate, skin (non-melanoma), and stomach cancers were the most prevalent types of cancer in 2020. Different types of cancer are detected by biopsy and aspiration, which evaluates the nature of tumor by ta...

Personal protective equipment (PPE) refers to specialized equipment or clothing worn by frontline workers, including medical and sanitation workers, for protection against infectious diseases and materials. A standard PPE kit includes masks, gloves, face shields, gowns, head covers, shoe covers, goggles, respirators, and eye protection units. The kit prevents any contact with an infectious agent by creating a barrier between the healthcare worker and potential infectious material. Governments across the world have laid guidelines regarding the development of PPE to prevent work-related death, illness, and injury. With the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19), the requirement for PPE kits has exponential surged, as the virus has affected every corner of the world. The virus is still affecting millions of people and is straining healthcare resources of all countries by creating high demand for this protective gear. On account of the rising prevalence of COVID-19, the personal protective eq...