U.S. External Catheter Market Size, Share, Trend, Industry Analysis Report By Product (Self-Adhesive, Non-Adhesive), By Material, By Gender, By End Use

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The U.S. external catheter market size is expected to reach USD 2.06 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "U.S. External Catheter Market Size, Share, Trend, Industry Analysis Report By Product (Self-Adhesive, Non-Adhesive), By Material, By Gender, By End Use - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

The U.S. external catheter market addresses the rising need for noninvasive urinary management solutions, particularly among male patients experiencing incontinence or mobility limitations. This segment offers products designed to reduce infection risk, improve patient comfort, and minimize the complications often associated with indwelling catheter. Demand is being driven by the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions such as diabetes, spinal cord injuries, and neurological disorders, which frequently contribute to bladder dysfunction. An aging population base and the expansion of home healthcare services are further supporting adoption, especially for long-term management in non-hospital settings.

U.S. external catheter market trends point toward a preference for skin-friendly, easy-to-apply devices that improve wearability and reduce leakage concerns. Innovations in materials, such as breathable silicone and hydrocolloid adhesives, are improving device performance and patient compliance. Healthcare providers are also prioritizing solutions that reduce the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Opportunities exist in the development of female-specific external catheters and in expanding access through direct-to-consumer and e-commerce distribution. Additionally, growing awareness about noninvasive options among patients and caregivers is contributing to demand across both acute and chronic care environments. Manufacturers are focusing on ergonomic design, secure fit, and compatibility with urine collection accessories to meet evolving user expectations. The market is expected to benefit from broader insurance coverage and continued investments in outpatient care models that favor cost-effective, home-based solutions.

U.S. External Catheter Market Report Highlights

By product, the self-adhesive segment dominated the market in 2024 due to its ease of application, improved comfort, and enhanced leakage control.

Based on gender, the male segment held a larger revenue share in 2024 due to the wider availability and application suitability of external catheters for male anatomy.

A few key players include Bard; BD; Boehringer Laboratories, LLC; Coloplast; Consure Medical; Hollister Incorporated; Medalliance (Changzhou) Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.; Medline Industries, LP.; Stryker; TillaCare; Ur24Technology, Inc.; and Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co., Ltd.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the U.S. external catheter market report on the basis of product, material, gender, and end use:

By Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)

Self-Adhesive

Non-Adhesive

By Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)

Silicone

Latex

Others

By Gender Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)

Male

Female

By End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)

Home Care

Hospitals

Others

Product Code: PM6112

1. Introduction

1.1. Report Description
- 1.1.1. Objectives of the Study
- 1.1.2. Market Scope
- 1.1.3. Assumptions
1.2. Stakeholders

2. Executive Summary

2.1. Market Highlights

3. Research Methodology

3.1. Overview
- 3.1.1. Data Mining
3.2. Data Sources
- 3.2.1. Primary Sources
- 3.2.2. Secondary Sources

4. U.S. External Catheter Market Insights

4.1. U.S. External Catheter Market - Market Snapshot
4.2. U.S. External Catheter Market Dynamics
- 4.2.1. Drivers and Opportunities
  - 4.2.1.1. Rising Geriatric Population
  - 4.2.1.2. Increasing Incontinence Cases
- 4.2.2. Restraints and Challenges
  - 4.2.2.1. High costs and limited awareness among patients
4.3. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Moderate)
- 4.3.2. Threats of New Entrants: (Low)
- 4.3.3. Bargaining Power of Buyers (Moderate)
- 4.3.4. Threat of Substitute (Moderate)
- 4.3.5. Rivalry among existing firms (High)
4.4. PESTEL Analysis
4.5. U.S. External Catheter Market Power Rating Trends
4.6. Value Chain Analysis

5. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Product

5.1. Key Findings
5.2. Introduction
- 5.2.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Product, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
5.3. Self-Adhesive
- 5.3.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Self-Adhesive, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
5.4. Non-adhesive
- 5.4.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Non-adhesive, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)

6. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Material

6.1. Key Findings
6.2. Introduction
- 6.2.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, By Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
6.3. Silicone
- 6.3.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Silicone, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
6.4. Latex
- 6.4.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Latex, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
6.5. Others
- 6.5.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Others, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)

7. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Gender

7.1. Key Findings
7.2. Introduction
- 7.2.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Gender, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
7.3. Male
- 7.3.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Male, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
7.4. Female
- 7.4.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Drug allergy alerts, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)

8. U.S. External Catheter Market, by End Use

8.1. Key Findings
8.2. Introduction
- 8.2.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
8.3. Home Care
- 8.3.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Home Care, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
8.4. Hospitals
- 8.4.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Hospitals, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
8.5. Others
- 8.5.1. U.S. External Catheter Market, by Others, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)

9. Competitive Landscape

9.1. Expansion and Acquisition Analysis
- 9.1.1. Expansion
- 9.1.2. Acquisitions
9.2. Partnerships/Collaborations/Agreements/Exhibitions

10. Company Profiles

10.1. Bard
- 10.1.1. Company Overview
- 10.1.2. Financial Performance
- 10.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.1.4. Recent Development
10.2. BD
- 10.2.1. Company Overview
- 10.2.2. Financial Performance
- 10.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.2.4. Recent Development
10.3. Boehringer Laboratories, LLC
- 10.3.1. Company Overview
- 10.3.2. Financial Performance
- 10.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.3.4. Recent Development
10.4. Coloplast
- 10.4.1. Company Overview
- 10.4.2. Financial Performance
- 10.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.4.4. Recent Development
10.5. Consure Medical
- 10.5.1. Company Overview
- 10.5.2. Financial Performance
- 10.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.5.4. Recent Development
10.6. Hollister Incorporated
- 10.6.1. Company Overview
- 10.6.2. Financial Performance
- 10.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.6.4. Recent Development
10.7. Medalliance (Changzhou) Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.
- 10.7.1. Company Overview
- 10.7.2. Financial Performance
- 10.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.7.4. Recent Development
10.8. Medline Industries, LP.
- 10.8.1. Company Overview
- 10.8.2. Financial Performance
- 10.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.8.4. Recent Development
10.9. Stryker
- 10.9.1. Company Overview
- 10.9.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.4. Recent Development
10.10. TillaCare
- 10.10.1. Company Overview
- 10.10.2. Financial Performance
- 10.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.10.4. Recent Development
10.11. Ur24Technology, Inc.
- 10.11.1. Company Overview
- 10.11.2. Financial Performance
- 10.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.11.4. Recent Development
10.12. Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co., Ltd
- 10.12.1. Company Overview
- 10.12.2. Financial Performance
- 10.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.12.4. Recent Development