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Urology catheters are medical devices used to assist with the drainage, collection, and management of urine from the bladder, especially when a patient is unable to urinate naturally due to conditions such as urinary retention, incontinence, or recovery from surgery. These catheters are typically inserted into the bladder through the urethra or a small incision in the abdomen, depending on the type and medical need. Urology catheters are designed to ensure patient comfort, minimize infection risks, and enable effective urinary management in both clinical and home care settings.
The main types of urology catheters include intermittent catheters, Foley catheters, external catheters, and others. Intermittent catheters are single-use devices designed for temporary insertion into the bladder to drain urine. They are made from materials such as latex, silicone, and others, and are used for conditions such as urinary incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia, surgery recovery, and more. These catheters are employed in hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and home care environments.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a significant impact on the healthcare sector, especially in the supply of essential medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are grappling with higher costs for imported surgical tools, imaging systems, and consumables like syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic substitutes. These escalating expenses are putting pressure on healthcare budgets, prompting some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass increased costs on to patients. Furthermore, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the manufacturing of vital drugs and devices, leading to supply chain delays. In response, the industry is adopting diversified sourcing strategies, expanding local production where feasible, and pushing for tariff exemptions on critical medical products.
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The urology catheters market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.5 billion in 2024 to $3.75 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rapidly growing geriatric population, increasing prevalence of urological disorders, demand for urinary catheters for post-operative convenience, rising risks of UTI, shift of patients towards self-care.
The urology catheters market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.98 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising cases of tumors in the urinary tract, increasing number of BPH-related surgical procedures, rising cases of bladder cancer, favourable reimbursement scenario, increasing number of surgical procedures. Major trends in the forecast period include technological innovations, introduction of biodegradable catheters, new product launch, expanding use of silicone-based catheters and Integration of internet of things (IoT) in urology devices.
The forecast of 7.3% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.3% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Tariff escalations are likely to burden U.S. patients by driving up the cost of silicone-coated urological catheters and nephrostomy kits sourced from Ireland and Mexico, exacerbating out-of-pocket expenses and limiting postoperative recovery access. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The increasing number of bladder cancer cases is expected to drive the growth of the urology catheter market. Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the cells of the bladder, a muscular organ in the lower abdomen responsible for storing urine. The rising prevalence of bladder cancer is linked to factors such as aging populations, greater exposure to carcinogens, pelvic radiation, and the habit of drinking insufficient water. Urology catheters are essential for bladder cancer patients to manage urinary flow and drainage, particularly after surgeries or treatments that impair normal bladder function. For example, Cancer Research UK, a UK-based charity, reported in July 2024 that the number of new bladder cancer cases in the UK is expected to increase from about 9,800 annually between 2023 and 2025 to approximately 10,700 per year by 2038-2040. As a result, the rising incidence of bladder cancer is contributing to the growth of the urology catheter market.
Key players in the urology catheter market are focusing on developing advanced products, such as intermittent urological catheters, to facilitate periodic bladder emptying while promoting patient independence. An intermittent urological catheter is a single-use device inserted into the bladder to drain urine when a person cannot urinate naturally. For instance, in July 2022, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Factory Inc., a Japan-based medical device company, introduced the OT-Balloon Catheter, an intermittent urological catheter designed for reusable self-catheterization. This catheter features an inflatable balloon at the tip, which enables temporary implantation in the bladder, providing secure placement overnight or while outside. This innovation reduces the need for frequent self-catheterization, offering added convenience and flexibility for patients, while adapting to their lifestyle.
In October 2023, Laborie Medical Technologies Inc., a US-based provider of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, acquired Urotronic Inc. for $600 million. This acquisition aims to strengthen Laborie's position in interventional urology by adding Urotronic's advanced Optilume drug-coated balloon technology to its portfolio. Urotronic Inc. is a US-based company specializing in innovative urological medical devices, including urology catheters.
Major players in the urology catheters market are Cardinal Health Inc., Medtronic PLC, Becton Dickinson and Company, Boston Scientific Corporation, Medline Industries Inc., B. Braun Melsungen AG, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Factory Inc., Coloplast A/S, Dentsply Sirona Inc., Teleflex Incorporated, Cook Medical, ConvaTec Group PLC, Hollister Incorporated, Amsino International Inc., Well Lead Medical Co.Ltd., Urocare Products Inc., Bactiguard AB, Cure Medical LLC., Degania Silicone Ltd., C R Bard Inc., ASID BONZ GmbH, CompactCath Inc., Go Medical Industries Pty Ltd., UROTECH GmbH, and J and M Urinary Catheters LLC.
North America was the largest region in the urology catheters market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in urology catheters report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the urology catheters market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The urology catheters market consists of sales of foley catheters. closed system catheters, hydrophilic catheters and pediatric catheters. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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