It has been gaining steady traction in Europe and the Middle East & Africa region (MEA) over the past few years. Health-associated infections or nosocomial infections that have picked up in healthcare settings, such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities, have emerged as a major public health concern. A key aspect in tackling such infections is to understand the microbial flora and identify pathogen presence through appropriate testing measures. Culture tests are being increasingly relied upon by healthcare facilities to provide valuable information about antibiotic resistance and susceptibility patterns of identified bacterial and fungal strains. This aids clinicians in optimizing antibiotic therapy and curbing inappropriate usage. As healthcare systems focus on improving patient safety and clinical outcomes, the demand for advanced culture diagnostic solutions from Europe and MEA is likely to rise significantly in the coming years.
Market Dynamics:
Surging geriatric population and rising incidence of chronic diseases driving longer hospital stays have contributed to the increased risk of patients acquiring infections while undergoing medical care. This has catapulted healthcare-associated infections to the forefront as a serious issue requiring multidisciplinary mitigation strategies. There is growing awareness among the medical fraternity about the role of rapid and accurate laboratory diagnostics for improving antibiotic stewardship and guiding the administration of targeted treatments. Furthermore, supportive regulatory environment promoting the adoption of optimal infection prevention and control measures bodes well for market players. However, budgetary constraints of healthcare facilities, especially in the price sensitive MEA region, remains a key challenge. Ongoing R&D investment by industry players to develop advanced testing techniques with reduced turnaround time and automation could unlock new opportunities for portfolio expansion.
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