Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-06-18 01:27Core Insights - The ablation catheter market in China is expected to grow significantly due to the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases and the increasing demand for medical resources, with a projected market size of 7.392 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.28% [1][7][24] - The prevalence of arrhythmias is showing a notable trend towards younger demographics, with an estimated 12.37 million hospital visits for arrhythmias in 2024, marking a 21% increase from 2023 [1][5][24] Industry Definition and Classification - Ablation catheters are slender, flexible interventional devices inserted into specific areas of the heart via blood vessels, designed to release energy to create controlled damage, eliminating abnormal electrical signals that cause arrhythmias [2][3] Current Industry Development - The ablation catheter industry is experiencing rapid growth, supported by policy backing and increased per capita medical spending, with a significant rise in the number of related procedures due to an aging population and improved healthcare awareness [5][13] - The number of registered ablation catheter products in China has reached 60 from 2015 to 2024, with a notable increase in registrations for radiofrequency ablation catheters [9][24] Competitive Landscape - The market is dominated by multinational companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Abbott, which have established strong brand recognition and competitive advantages through long-term investments [15][24] - Domestic companies like Microelectrophysiology and Huatai Medical are emerging as significant players, with Microelectrophysiology achieving over 4,000 procedures in 2024 and Huatai Medical completing over 15,000 procedures, reflecting substantial growth in market share [18][22] Industry Trends - The high-end market remains dominated by international giants, but domestic companies are expected to accelerate their growth through technological collaboration and policy support, leading to increased market space for ablation catheters [24]