The 86-billion dollars medical-device market in the United States, covering typical medical products as well as dental and related optic components, is expected to grow by 10 percent in 2007. With an aging population, the market should only become stronger. Sounds like a can't-miss opportunity for parts makers, but the challenges are daunting. Off the top, political efforts to revamp the healthcare system may eventually affect the part-pricing structure and ultimately the profit margin for suppliers of parts, components and assemblies.
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