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Global Urinary Catheters Market Size

ID: MRFR//6131-HCR | 90 Pages | Author: Kinjoll Dey| April 2024

The USD 2.4 billion urinary catheter market will grow 5.1% from 2023 to 2032. Several factors shape the Urinary Catheters Market and fuel its growth. The rise in urinary issues including incontinence and maintenance is a major factor. As the population ages and chronic illnesses increase, urinary catheters become more popular as a therapeutic tool.

Clinical innovations shape the urinary catheter market. Innovation in catheter layouts, materials, and functions improves patient comfort and reduces hassles. Innovation offers irregular and hydrophilic-covered catheters to meet patient needs and preferences.

Administration affects the urinary catheters industry, ensuring product safety and quality. Producers must follow strict administrative rules and get certificates to build confidence with medical professionals and patients. Following these rules ensures manufacturer legitimacy and urinary catheter safety.

In emerging economies, medical services structure and accessibility are crucial. Patient access to medical treatment and the availability of genuine clinical offices affect urinary catheter reception. The market is growing in emerging areas because to improved medical services and awareness of urinary issues.

Financial variables affect the urinary catheters market. Catheters and other clinical devices must be moderate for people and medical systems. Financial downturns may disrupt medical care spending plans, hurting consumers and companies' buying power and market growth.

Instructive pushes and mindfulness campaigns improve urinary health and catheter use, growing the market. Increased awareness helps doctors and patients intervene, control urine issues, and use catheters properly.

Different manufacturers offering different catheter kinds and plans show the seriousness of the urinary catheters industry. Competition spurs innovation, with companies using antimicrobial coatings, simple inclusion components, and patient-friendly schemes to differentiate their products. By offering a variety of options to meet diverse needs, this competitive environment assists end-customers.

Sector variables such an aging population and growing persistent illnesses drive market growth. A benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and neurological issues that need catheterization are harder to treat in the elderly. The prevalence of diabetes and other diseases increases the risk of urinary issues, boosting urinary catheter demand.

Sociocultural views of medical care and clinical mediations also affect urinary catheters. Awareness of urine difficulties as curable clinical concerns affects people's willingness to seek professional assistance and use catheters when necessary. Social factors influence catheter types and use practices in different places.

Covered Aspects:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Growth Rate   5.1%

Global Urinary Catheters Market Overview


The Urinary Catheters Market size is expected to reach USD 2.4 Billion by 2032 at 5.1% CAGR during the forecast period 2023-2032. The system is used in the healthcare sector for patients who experience urinary issues such as urinary incontinence, urinary retention, etc. the device is a flexible tube used to drain the bladder and gather urine in a drainage pack. It is inserted into the human bladder system by the healthcare workers. It can either be inserted through a urethral catheter or a little lower mid-region opening. Several growth factors are there which are improving the market condition. Such factors include the increasing number of patients with neurological issues, the number of patients rising for hospitalization, and the usage of the Urinary Catheters by older people for a long time is having a tremendous growth effect on the market. In addition, the increasing incidence of kidney and other renal diseases provides many benefits that positively impact the market. Urinary tract infection is more in women, leading to severe illnesses. Lack of awareness and information in rural areas is a major hindrance to the market.


Urinary Catheters Market


Urinary Catheters Market Segmentation


The urinary catheters market has been segmented into type, product, gender, indication, and end user. 


By type, the market has been segmented into coated catheters and uncoated catheters.


Based on product, the market has been segmented into Intermittent catheters, indwelling catheters, and external catheters.


The market, by gender, has been segmented into male urinary catheters and female urinary catheters.


The market, by indication, has been segmented into benign prostatic hyperplasia, spinal cord injuries,


urinary incontinence, and general surgery.


The market, by end user, has been segmented into hospitals & clinics, research organization & academic institutes, and others.


The urinary catheters global market has been segmented, by region, into the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa. The urinary catheters market in the Americas has further been segmented into North America and South America, with the North American market divided into the US and Canada.


The European urinary catheters market has been segmented into Western Europe and Eastern Europe. The Western Europe market has further been classified as Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Western Europe.  


The market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into Japan, China, India, South Korea, Australia, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The market in the Middle East & Africa has been segmented into the Middle East and Africa.    


Regional Market Summary


Global Urinary Catheters Share (%), by Region


Urinary Catheters Market


Source: White Papers, Company Presentations, Annual Reports


Geographically, the Americas is anticipated to dominate the global urinary catheters market owing to the high domestic income, and presence of major market players. The rising number of catheter-associated urinary tract infections is a major factor driving the growth of the urinary catheters market. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the risk of bacteriuria is ~5% per day, and 40% of nosocomial infections occur due to catheters. Indwelling catheters should be removed as soon as to avoid the risk of CA-bacteriuria (A-I) and CA-UTI (A-II). 


Europe is expected to hold the second largest position in the global urinary catheters market. The market growth in this region is attributed to the presence of strong academic & research base and availability of funding for research in the European countries. For instance, the European Research Council (ERC) provides grants for technological and scientific research conducted within the European Union (EU).  


The urinary catheters market in Asia-Pacific region consists of countries namely China, Japan, Republic of Korea, India, Australia and Rest of Asia-Pacific. The Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the fastest growing region owing to increasing patient population and increasing focus of major market players in the region.  


The Middle East & Africa has the lowest share of the global urinary catheters market. Majority of the market of the region is anticipated to be held by the Middle East region owing to the growing government initiatives for the healthcare sector. 


Urinary Catheters Market Segmentation

Urinary Catheters Type Outlook



  • Coated Catheters

  • Uncoated Catheters   


Urinary Catheters Product Outlook



  • Intermittent Catheters

  • Indwelling Catheters

  • External Catheters


Urinary Catheters Gender Outlook



  • Male Urinary Catheters

  • Female Urinary Catheters  


Urinary Catheters Market Indication Outlook



  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia


  • Spinal Cord Injuries

  • Urinary Incontinence

  • General Surgery


Urinary Catheters End User Outlook



  • Hospitals & Clinics

  • Research organization & Academic Institutes

  • Others


Urinary Catheters Region Outlook



  • Americas

    • North America

      • US

      • Canada



    • Latin America



  • Europe

    • Western Europe

      • Germany

      • France

      • Italy

      • Spain

      • UK

      • Rest of Western Europe



    • Eastern Europe



  • Asia-Pacific

    • Japan

    • China

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

    • Rest of Asia-Pacific



  • Middle East & Africa

    • Middle East

    • Africa




Global Urinary Catheters Market, by Key Players

  • Boston Scientific Corporation

  • Coloplast A/S

  • Convatec Group PLC

  • Werkomed Pty Ltd

  • Braun Melsungen AG

  • DISA Vascular

  • Medloyd Healthcare

  • Terumo Europe NV

  • Teleflex

  • Medtronic

  • R. Bard, Inc.

  • Wellspect Healthcare (A Subsidiary of Dentsply IH Ltd.)

  • Bactiguard Holding

  • Cook Medical

  • Hollister Incorporated

  • Rochester Medical Corporation

  • Others


Recent Development


In May 2023, 


Boston Scientific announced the launch of its Symphony foley catheter, which is designed to reduce the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). The catheter features a proprietary silver alloy coating that has been shown to be effective in killing bacteria.


In May 2022


In a provincial government draft obtained by CBC News, the region of Ontario is considering a new policy which could see school staff perform some health services for students.


In April 2022


some Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) have deciphered a novel mechanism of Disulfiram in treating blood infections and pneumonia caused by the Metallo-beta-lactamase producing Acinetobacter baumannii, a nosocomialtop priority pathogen.


The research group from UBC(University of British Columbia) and the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute has developed a silver-based coating that can easily be applied to devices such as catheters and stents. Its novel formulation, discovered by screening dozens of chemical components, overcomes the complications of silver that have challenged scientists for years.Intended Audience



  • Urinary Catheters Manufacturers and Distributors

  • Contract Research Organizations

  • Academic and Research Institutes

  • Government Associations

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