Status : Published | Published On : Dec, 2023 | Report Code : VRHC1105 | Industry : Healthcare | Available Format : | Page : 127 |
Industry Overview
The Global Wound Dressing Market is predicted to grow at 5.9% CAGR during the forecast period with the market size reaching USD 17.3 billion by 2030. Chronic wound imposes a burden on an individual and the healthcare system. Wound healing is a complex process that requires a suitable environment to promote the healing process. Wound dressing helps to heal the wound and prevent issues such as complications or infection.
Different products of wound dressings such as advanced and traditional products contributed to the wound dressing market size. The market has witnessed significant demand for advanced wound dressing over the last few years due to escalating occurrence of diabetes-associated ulcers, pressure ulcers, and venous leg ulcers and the mounting need for inventive & innovative wound dressings for the treatment of such wounds.
Market Segmentation
Insight by Product
Based on products, the wound dressing market is categorized into advanced, and traditional, of which advanced wound dressing holds the larger share in the wound dressing market, globally. Escalating occurrence of diabetes-associated ulcers, pressure ulcers, and venous leg ulcers and the mounting need for inventive & innovative wound dressings for the treatment of such wounds led to the faster growth of the advanced wound care dressing segment during the historical period, which is also predicted to continue during the forecast period.
The advanced wound dressing is further subdivided into foams, hydrogels, hydrofiber, films, collagen, alginates, wound contact layers, hydrocolloids, and super absorbents. Among all advance wound dressings, the foam segment accounted for the largest share of the market and is expected to grow at the fastest rate in the market, due to escalating patient awareness regarding advanced wound products, the mounting occurrence of diabetes, and expanding the geriatric population.
In addition, the traditional wound dressing segment is further subdivided into bandages, gauze, abdominal pads, sponges, and others. Among all traditional wound dressing, the bandages segment accounted for the largest share in the market. The market for gauze is expected to grow at the fastest rate in the market.
Insight by Application
On the basis of the application, the wound dressing market is segmented into surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, burns, and venous ulcers. Of all, the surgical wound category is predicted to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period and account for the largest share of the wound dressing market.
Insight by End User
On the basis of the end user, the market is segmented into inpatient and outpatient. Of all, the wound dressing market size for inpatients accounted for the largest share and is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period, globally.
Report Metric |
Details |
Historical Period |
2018 - 2023 |
Base Year Considered |
2024 |
Forecast Period |
2025 - 2030 |
Market Size in 2023 |
U.S.D. xx.x Billion |
Revenue Forecast in 2030 |
U.S.D. 17.3 Billion |
Growth Rate |
5.9% |
Segments Covered in the Report |
By Product, By Application and By End User |
Report Scope |
Market Trends, Drivers, and Restraints; Revenue Estimation and Forecast; Segmentation Analysis; Impact of COVID-19; Companies’ Strategic Developments; Market Share Analysis of Key Players; Company Profiling |
Regions Covered in the Report |
North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, South America and Rest of the World |
Industry Dynamics
Growth Drivers
Expanding the geriatric population, mounting government initiatives, escalating occurrence of diabetes and technological advancement in wound dressing are the key factors leading to the growth in the wound dressing market, globally. For instance, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), globally the number of people with diabetes has risen from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. In addition, according to IDF in 2017, globally approximately 425 million adults were suffering from diabetes and are expected to reach 629 million in 2045.
Technological advancements: Advancements in wound care technology have led to the development of innovative and advanced wound dressings. These include foam dressings, hydrocolloid dressings, alginate dressings, hydrogel dressings, and antimicrobial dressings. Technological advancements improve the efficacy of wound dressings and accelerate the healing process.
Increasing awareness about wound care: Healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers are becoming more aware of the importance of proper wound care. This increased awareness has led to higher adoption of wound dressings for effective wound management and prevention of complications. plications.
Some of the other key factors driving the growth of the industry are the escalating awareness of novel technologies, the upsurge in the number of burn cases, the increasing number of surgeries, and mounting healthcare expenditure. For instance, according to the WHO, approximately 96% of mortal fire-related burns take place in low and middle-income countries.
Challenges
Key factors hindering the growth of the wound dressing market are the high cost of technologically advanced products, and the incompetence of traditional wound dressing to treat acute wounds. Limited awareness and education: Despite growing awareness about wound care, there is still a need for improved education among healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers regarding the selection and appropriate use of wound dressings. Lack of awareness can lead to suboptimal wound management practices and hinder the adoption of advanced wound dressings. Efforts to enhance education and training in wound care are crucial for market growth.
Geographic Overview
Geographically, North America is the largest wound dressing market as in the region the occurrence of diabetes is augmenting. For instance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2015 approximately 23.1 million people in the U.S. had diabetes.
In addition, mounting awareness regarding wound care, escalating occurrence of acute and chronic wounds, mounting government initiatives, and favorable reimbursement policies are also fueling the growth of the North American wound dressing market. For instance, according to the study conducted by the National Center for Biotechnology Information on Challenges in the Treatment of Chronic Wounds in 2017, in the U.S. approximately 2.4 million to 4.5 million people were affected with chronic lower extremity ulcers wound in 2013.
Asia-Pacific is observed to witness significant growth in the wound dressing market during the forecast period, as the region comprises of a large population. Moreover, intensifying healthcare expenditure, the mounting occurrence of diabetes and chronic wound, and expanding research activity are also facilitating the significant growth of the Asia-Pacific wound dressing industry.
Competitive Insight
Market players in the wound dressing industry are investing capital to develop technologically advanced systems. In June 2018, Acelity L.P. Inc., acquired Crawford Healthcare, to expand its product portfolio of advanced wound dressings. Acelity L.P., Inc., Integra Lifesciences Holdings Corporation., Medline Industries, Inc., Smith and Nephew PLC, Mölnlycke Health Care, Medtronic Plc., ConvaTec, Inc., 3M Company, Coloplast Corporation, and Hollister, Inc. are some of the key players offering solutions for wound dressing.
The Wound Dressing Market report offers a comprehensive market segmentation analysis along with an estimation for the forecast period 2025–2030.
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