
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market Analysis
The Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market is expected to register a CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period.
According to the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, low- and middle-income countries account for approximately 75% of the global diabetes burden, yet many people are ill-equipped to properly identify, treat and manage this disease. Furthermore, as per the study published in the Ophthalmological Journal, estimates diabetic retinopathy affects 1 in 3 people with diabetes and by the year 2040, diabetes is projected to affect 642 million adults.
Growth in the geriatric population increases the prevalence of diabetes and diabetic retinopathy and the availability of advanced technology and minimally invasive laser technique are the key driving factors in the proliferative diabetic retinopathy market.
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market Trends
Anti-VEGF Agents Segment is Expected to Witness a Healthy CAGR
The recent research studies suggest that in cases of proliferative diabetic retinopathy, high levels of the vascular endothelial growth factor being detected in fibrovascular tissues of eyes of diabetic patients have prompted the use of anti-VEGF as the most effective and efficient management method. According to the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, by the year 2040, about 224 million (35%) people worldwide will have some form of diabetic retinopathy, in addition, 70 million (11%) people will have vision-threatening diabetic retinopathy.
Anti-VEGF agents segment holds a significant market share in the proliferative diabetic retinopathy market and is anticipated to show a similar trend over the forecast period due to effective treatment which resulted in improvements in visual acuity of patients with proliferative diabetic retinopathy when comparative to improvements observed in treatment by using corticosteroids.
Rising prevalence of diabetic retinopathy and the availability of advanced technology are the key driving factors in the Anti-VEGF agent's segment.

North America is Expected to Hold a Significant Share in the Market and Expected to do Same in the Forecast Period
North America is expected to hold a major market share in the global proliferative diabetic retinopathy market due to rising prevalence of diabetes and diabetic retinopathy and availability of advanced technology and minimally invasive laser technique in this region. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 4.2 million adults had diabetic retinopathy and 655,000 had vision-threatening diabetic retinopathy. Furthermore, increasing healthcare expenditure and presence of well-established healthcare infrastructure is also fueling the growth of the overall regional market to a large extent.

Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Industry Overview
The Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market is consolidated and consists of few major players. In terms of market share, few of the major players are currently dominating the market. Some of the companies which are currently dominating the market are Novartis AG, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc, Allergan Plc, Hoffmann-La Roche (Genentech), Oxurion NV, Alimera Sciences, BCN Peptides, Glycadia Pharmaceuticals and Kowa Group.
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market Leaders
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Novartis AG
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Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc
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Allergan Plc
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Hoffmann-La Roche (Genentech)
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Oxurion NV
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Industry Segmentation
Proliferative diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes caused by changes in the blood vessels of the eye which can lead to other serious eye problems, which may cause long term vision loss if not treated. Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market is segmented By Treatment Type and Geography.
By Treatment Type | Anti-VEGF Agents | ||
Corticosteroids | |||
Laser Surgery | |||
Others | |||
Geography | North America | United States | |
Canada | |||
Mexico | |||
Europe | Germany | ||
United Kingdom | |||
France | |||
Italy | |||
Spain | |||
Rest of Europe | |||
Asia-Pacific | China | ||
Japan | |||
India | |||
Australia | |||
South Korea | |||
Rest of Asia-Pacific | |||
Middle-East and Africa | GCC | ||
South Africa | |||
Rest of Middle-East and Africa | |||
South America | Brazil | ||
Argentina | |||
Rest of South America |
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market Research FAQs
What is the current Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market size?
The Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market is projected to register a CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market?
Novartis AG, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc, Allergan Plc, Hoffmann-La Roche (Genentech) and Oxurion NV are the major companies operating in the Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market?
In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market.
What years does this Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market cover?
The report covers the Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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