Global Hydrogel Dressing Market - 2024-2031

Global Hydrogel Dressing Market - 2024-2031

Global Hydrogel Dressing market reached US$ YY million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ YY million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of YY% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Hydrogels are composed of hydrophilic polymers that are cross-linked, either chemically or physically, to form three-dimensional networks. To hasten healing, the insoluble hydrophilic structures allow oxygen to diffuse to the wound bed and absorb polar wound exudates.

About 90% of water is suspended in a gel consisting of insoluble hydrophilic polymers that expand when in contact with water to form hydrogel dressings. Usually composed of synthetic polymers like polymethacrylate and polyvinylpyrrolidine, some of them are also mixed with dressings made of alginate. At the interface between the wound and the bandage, they regulate fluid exchange, exchanging hydrogel components for sodium and other chemicals found in the wound discharge.

Market Dynamics: Drivers & Restraints

Increasing prevalence of diabetes

Increase in the prevalence of diabetes increases the complexity of diabetic foot ulcers, and this increases the demand for hydrogel dressings. According to the revised report in 2024, approximately 422 million individuals globally suffer from diabetes, with the majority residing in low- and middle-income nations. The disease is directly responsible for 1.5 million fatalities annually. Over the past several decades, there has been a steady rise in both the number of cases and the incidence of diabetes.

According to Clinical Diabetes and Endocrinology in 2023, foot ulcers are among the most typical diabetic foot problems. An estimated 14–24% of diabetic patients would need to have their diabetic foot lesions amputated, out of an estimated 2.5% of diabetic individuals. Thus, the above factors are expected to drive market growth.

Limitations associated with the hydrogel dressing

Besides advantages, there are a few drawbacks associated with the use of hydrogel dressing. Because hydrogels are unable to absorb significant volumes of fluid, they should not be used on extremely wet wounds as they run the risk of being macerated and contaminated. Patients may find it challenging to change their own dressings because of their low mechanical strength and propensity to rip readily.

Segment Analysisn

The global hydrogel dressing market is segmented based on product, application, end-user and region.

The Amorphous Gel segment is expected to dominate the market growth

Amorphous hydrogels are recommended as the primary dressing for the treatment of minimally draining partial and full-thickness wounds, including donor sites, radiation dermatitis, deep wounds, minor burns, infected wounds, dermal ulcers, skin tears, and wounds with necrosis or slough.

These dressings enable autolytic debridement, encourage granulation and epithelialization, and preserve a wet wound healing environment. Hydrogels usually cannot absorb huge volumes of exudate due to their high water content. Thus, due to the advantages of the amorphous gel dressing over other types is holding the segment in the dominant position of the market share.

Geographical Analysis

North America is expected to hold a significant position in the hydrogel dressing market share

The increase in the prevalence of chronic wounds, and diabetic individuals in the region and also increase in the advancements of the existing products, increasing new product launches are expected to hold the region in the dominant position.

For instance, in December 2022, NEXGEL Inc. launched a unique hydrogel dressing, called Turfguard, for treating painful turf burns and protecting sports-related wounds.

Additionally, in December 2023, Lavior made its Diabetic Hydrogel Wound Dressing and Diabetic First Aid Gel plant-based creams available at Walmart across the US. Thus, the above factors are expected to hold the region in the dominant position.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

COVID-19 has a negative impact on the growth of the hydrogel dressing market growth. This is due to the lockdown during the pandemic and the individuals who are at risk of wounds and ulcers have taken precautions and the disruption in the supply chains has also impacted the market growth.

Market Segmentation

By Product
• Amorphous gel
• Sheet Hydrogel
• Impregnated Hydrogel Dressing

By Application
• Pressure Ulcers
• Burns
• Wound Care
• Others

By End-User
• Hospitals
• Specialty Clinics
• Homecare
• Others

By Region
• North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
• South America
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include Cardinal Health, 3M, Medline Industries, LP., Integra LifeSciences Corporation, McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc., DermaRite Industries, LLC., Timago, Holthaus Medical GmbH & Co. KG, Coloplast Corp. and Kiwla among others.

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