Antimicrobial Suture Market By Type (Absorbable, Non absorbable) , By End User (Hospitals, Clinics, Others) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2033
Antimicrobial Suture Market
The antimicrobial suture market was valued at $297.9 million in 2023 and is projected to reach $430.1 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% from 2024 to 2033.
An antimicrobial suture is a medical stitch macerated with chemical compounds which are toxic to bacteria. It is applied on wounds to prevent the growth of bacteria and reduce the chances of infection. The action mechanism of the chemical compound present in antimicrobial sutures involves interrupting the cell mechanisms of bacteria. Different surgical procedures such as general surgeries, cardiovascular surgeries, and orthopedic surgeries involve the application of sutures for wound healing. The sutures are essential for patients with high risk of infection, with compromised immune systems, or those undergoing lengthy surgical procedures.
Increase in awareness about the risk of infection over wounds or surgical sites is enhancing the adoption of antimicrobial sutures, thereby driving the growth of the market. In addition, the frequency of surgical procedures is increasing due to rise in prevalence of chronic diseases, exponential growth of aging population, and upsurge in the availability of medical facilities. These factors are boosting the demand for antimicrobial sutures. Currently, the usage of nanoengineering in the production of sutures is acquiring traction as the technique enhances their antimicrobial properties. The technique is further being utilized to design biodegradable sutures.
However, the higher cost of antimicrobial sutures as compared to the conventional stitches restricts their adoption, particularly in the healthcare settings with low budgets. In addition, several healthcare providers prefer conventional sutures over the advanced antimicrobial sutures due to the familiarity with its application, hence restraining the development of the market. On the contrary, the development of innovative smart sutures with enhanced attributes is anticipated to present novel growth opportunities for the market. Engineers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have designed a smart suture which releases drugs upon the detection of inflammation, along with holding the tissue in place. Derived from animal tissues, the suture encloses hydrogel integrated with drugs, cells, or sensors, which release the therapeutic molecules when necessary.
Segment ReviewThe antimicrobial suture market is segmented into type, end user, and region. On the basis of type, the market is bifurcated into absorbable and non-absorbable. As per end user, it is divided into hospitals, clinics, and others. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
Key FindingsOn the basis of type, the absorbable segment is expected to be the highest shareholder by 2033.
As per end user, the hospital segment dominated the market in 2023.
Region wise, North America was the highest revenue generator in 2023.
Competition AnalysisThe leading players operating in the global antimicrobial suture market include W.L. Gore & Associates, Medtronic Inc., Johnson and Johnson, Sutures India Pvt Ltd., Lotus Surgicals, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Smith & Nephew plc, Boston Scientific Corporation, Demetech Corporation, and Conmed Corporation. These major players have adopted various key development strategies such as business expansion, new product launches, and partnerships, to strengthen their foothold in the competitive market.
Key Market SegmentsBy TypeAbsorbable
Non absorbable
By End UserHospitals
Clinics
Others
By RegionNorth America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
France
Germany
Italy
Spain
UK
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
LAMEA
Brazil
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
W.L. Gore & Associates
Medtronic Inc.,
Johnson and Johnson
Sutures India Pvt Ltd.
Lotus Surgicals
B. Braun Melsungen AG
Smith & Nephew plc
Boston Scientific Corporation
Demetech Corporation
Conmed Corporation