PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1792815
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1792815
Global Perinatal Infections Market to Reach US$1.9 Billion by 2030
The global market for Perinatal Infections estimated at US$1.6 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$1.9 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Natural Infection, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 4.8% CAGR and reach US$626.4 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Cytomegalovirus Infection segment is estimated at 2.8% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$423.1 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.0% CAGR
The Perinatal Infections market in the U.S. is estimated at US$423.1 Million in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$390.8 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 7.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.4% and 2.9% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.1% CAGR.
Global Perinatal Infections Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized
Why Are Perinatal Infections a Critical Concern in Neonatal and Maternal Health?
Perinatal infections refer to infections acquired by the fetus or newborn either in utero, during labor and delivery, or shortly after birth. Common pathogens include Group B Streptococcus, Listeria monocytogenes, Escherichia coli, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex virus, and rubella. These infections can lead to severe complications such as neonatal sepsis, meningitis, pneumonia, stillbirth, or long-term developmental impairments.
Early detection and timely intervention are essential for improving maternal and neonatal outcomes. However, many perinatal infections are asymptomatic or show nonspecific signs, making diagnosis challenging. Global health systems are under growing pressure to enhance prenatal screening, vaccination, and intrapartum infection control, especially in low-resource settings where infection-related mortality remains high.
How Are Screening and Prevention Strategies Evolving Globally?
Prenatal care increasingly includes routine screening for key infectious agents like HIV, hepatitis B, syphilis, and Group B strep. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and other molecular techniques are improving diagnostic sensitivity and turnaround time for intrauterine infections. Intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis (IAP), particularly for Group B strep, has proven effective in reducing early-onset neonatal sepsis.
Vaccination plays a growing role in prevention. Maternal immunization against influenza, pertussis, and hepatitis B helps protect both mother and newborn. Research is advancing in maternal vaccines for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), Group B strep, and cytomegalovirus. Point-of-care testing tools and digital maternal health platforms are helping expand access to infection management in rural and underserved areas.
Where Is the Focus of Public Health Programs and Clinical Investment Concentrated?
High-income countries have well-established protocols for managing perinatal infections, while middle- and low-income countries are scaling up prenatal testing and maternal immunization programs. Public health agencies, NGOs, and maternal-child health organizations are investing in capacity building for antenatal care, birth preparedness, and infection surveillance.
Hospitals, obstetric clinics, and neonatal intensive care units are integrating rapid diagnostic tools and antimicrobial stewardship strategies. Clinical research is focusing on improved pathogen-specific assays, therapies to manage vertical transmission, and maternal vaccines. The private sector is developing diagnostic kits, multiplex PCR panels, and infection risk scoring algorithms tailored to perinatal care settings.
Growth in the Perinatal Infections market is driven by several factors…
Growth in the perinatal infections market is driven by factors such as rising awareness of infection-related neonatal mortality, expansion of prenatal screening programs, and progress in maternal immunization strategies. Global initiatives to reduce neonatal sepsis and prevent stillbirths are intensifying demand for infection control tools and obstetric diagnostics.
Advances in molecular testing technologies, increased deployment of point-of-care diagnostic solutions, and the inclusion of perinatal infection screening in universal antenatal care packages are also supporting market expansion. In addition, regulatory encouragement for maternal vaccines and investment in health infrastructure in low-income countries are contributing to wider adoption of prevention and management solutions.
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Perinatal Infections market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Infection Type (Natural Infection, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Enterovirus Infection, Genital Herpes Infection, Gonorrhea Infection, Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection, Rubella Infection, Syphilis Infection, Other Infections); Treatment (Antibiotic Treatment, Antiviral Treatment, Antiretroviral Treatment, Other Treatments); End-Use (Hospitals & Clinics End-Use, Ambulatory Surgery Centers End-Use, Other End-Uses)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.
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