Market Trends of Medical Nonwoven Disposables Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Medical Nonwoven Disposables Market according to our research experts:
Surgical Nonwoven Product Segment Expected to Witness a Significant Growth
Surgical nonwoven products are extensively used in healthcare centers due to increased surgical operations and procedures. Furthermore, surgical nonwoven products have protection against dry or wet contact, which ensures the high safety of healthcare professionals. These factors are expected to drive the growth of this segment over the forecast period.
The increasing number of surgeries is also increasing the demand for surgical nonwoven products, thereby driving the growth of this segment. For instance, in 2021, Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) reported that in the year 2020-2021, 1,06,728 cesarean section delivery, 51,660 hip replacement surgery, and 51,599 knee replacement surgery were performed in Canada. The high number of surgical procedures demands surgical nonwoven products and contributes to this segment's growth.
Furthermore, new product launches and other technological developments are driving this segment's growth. For instance, in May 2022, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in Germany developed a new kind of film dressing using mucin molecules to accelerate wound healing, expel bacteria, inhibit inflammation, and finally decompose on the skin by itself, which is a new revelation for sensitive skin. Similarly, in June 2022, Medline released its OptifoamGentle EX Foam Dressing. The product has five distinct layers that assist in absorbing shear stress, friction, and moisture. Thus, such new product launches are driving the growth of this segment and contributing to the studied market growth.
The rising geriatric population is also expected to contribute to the market segment's growth. With growing age, the risk of various disorders increases, which may lead to surgical procedures for treatment.
Thus, due to the advantages of surgical nonwoven fibers and the new product launches, the segment is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.
North America Expected to Witness a Significant Growth
North America is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period. The increased awareness regarding hospital-acquired infections among patients and healthcare professionals, the presence of a high geriatric population, and the increased prevalence of urinary incontinence are augmenting the market's growth. Also, the presence of key market players and technological developments contributes to developing new products, thereby driving the market.
The increasing geriatric population in North American countries is driving the demand for medical nonwoven disposable products, as this population is more prevalent to diseases like urinary tract infections (UTIs) and diabetes. These disorders lead to a hyperactive urinary bladder, which may lead to frequent urination and increase the demand for adult diapers. For instance, in July 2022, the United Nations report stated that 10.6 thousand people in Mexico aged 65 and above are expected to increase to 19.7 thousand by 2040. The geriatric population in Mexico is expected to increase by 85.8% by 2040. Thus, the increasing geriatric population may increase the demand for medical nonwoven products, such as adult diapers, and is expected to drive the market in the region.
Furthermore, expansions, mergers, and partnerships are fueling the studied market's growth. For instance, in November 2021, NorthShore Care Supply company behind the NorthShore brand of high-absorbency adult diapers, reported its expansion into Canada. NorthShore has served customers in the United States for nearly two decades with adult diapers and other products. Such expansions are leading to the supply of medical nonwoven products across different countries, thus driving the growth of the studied market in the region.
Thus, due to the high geriatric population, the increased prevalence of urinary incontinence, and the new product launches, the market is expected to witness significant regional growth over the forecast period.
