Ureteral Access Sheath Market By Type (Fr below 10, Fr 10-12, Fr 13-15) , By End User (Hospital, Specialty Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2033
Ureteral Access Sheath Market
The ureteral access sheath market was valued at $1,293.6 million in 2023 and is estimated to reach $2,412.46 million by 2035, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.31% from 2024 to 2035
A ureteral access sheath is crucial equipment in urological procedures specifically used in interventions involving the urinary tract and kidneys. It is a flexible tube inserted into the ureter to form a path for other instruments, such as lasers and scopes, during minimally invasive surgeries such as ureteroscopy. The sheath enables repeated insertion and removal of instruments without causing any harm, which is beneficial in cases with multiple interventions or prolonged procedures. The easy access to the kidney and ureter offered by ureteral access sheath enables urologists to perform complex procedures with high precision and efficiency. According to research, ureteral access sheath lowers intraoperative intrarenal pressure and temperature by enhancing irrigation outflow during surgeries.
Increase in prevalence of kidney stone, developing healthcare infrastructure, and surge in adoption of minimally invasive procedures are the major drivers of the ureteral access sheath market. The cases of kidney stones have surged over the past few years due to unhealthy dietary habits and rise in obesity, dehydration, & metabolic disorders. As per a factsheet released by the Center of Disease Control and Prevention this year, around 6 million individuals are suffering from kidney stone in the U.S. Ureteral access sheaths play a crucial role in the treatment of such diseases, thereby witnessing a boost in demand.
However, the placement of ureteral access sheath is highly complex which requires significant training and practice. Incorrect placement usually leads to severe complications, hence constraining the market development. Moreover, there are several substitute approaches for the treatment of urinary diseases such as retrograde intrarenal surgery that do not use the sheath, hence limiting its adoption. Contrarily, according to a poster presented at the American Urological Association 2024 (AUA 2024) annual meeting, preoperative administration of tamsulosin, a medication which relaxes the prostate & bladder neck muscles, is able to successfully place the ureteral access sheath for treating kidney stones.
Segment ReviewThe global ureteral access sheath market is segmented into type, end user, and region. By type, the market is divided into Fr below 10, Fr 10-12, and Fr 13-15. On the basis of end user, it is classified into hospitals, specialty clinics, and ambulatory surgical centers. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
Key FindingsBy type, the Fr below 10 segment dominated the market in 2023.
On the basis of end user, the specialty clinics segment acquired a high market share in 2023.
In North America, the market is robust, owing to mature healthcare system, and significant investments in R&D.
Competition AnalysisThe major players operating in the ureteral access sheath market are Boston Scientific, Cook Medical, Coloplast Corp, Olympus Corporation, Karl Storz, Oscor Inc, Richard Wolf, Cogentix Medical, Becton, Dickinson and Company, and Envaste Ltd. These players have adopted various key developmental strategies such as business expansion, new product launches, and partnerships to strengthen their foothold in the market.
Key Market SegmentsBy TypeFr below 10
Fr 10-12
Fr 13-15
By End UserHospital
Specialty Clinics
Ambulatory Surgical Centers
By RegionNorth America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
Japan
China
Australia
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
LAMEA
Brazil
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
Boston Scientific Corporation
Cook Group
Coloplast Corp.
Olympus Corporation
Oscor Inc.
Karl Storz Endoscopy GmbH
Richard Wolf GmbH
COGENTIX MEDICAL
Becton, Dickinson and Company
Envaste Ltd