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A ventricular assist device (VAD) is an implantable mechanical circulatory device used to treat heart failure by aiding blood circulation throughout the body, supporting vital organ function. The US FDA has approved a diverse range of VADs, offering long-term or permanent assistance for patients with end-stage heart failure.
The primary types of VADs include left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), right ventricular assist devices (RVADs), and biventricular assist devices (BIVADs). LVADs, battery-operated mechanical pumps, help propel blood from the left ventricle to vital organs. They vary in design as transcutaneous or implantable devices and operate with different flow mechanisms such as pulsatile flow and continuous flow. These devices are used for various purposes including bridge-to-transplant (BTT) therapy, destination therapy, bridge-to-recovery (BTR) therapy, and bridge-to-candidacy (BTC) therapy. End-users of VADs include hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and cardiology centers.
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 increase in U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the medical equipment sector, especially for imported components used in imaging machines, surgical-grade stainless steel, and disposable plastics. With hospitals and clinics pushing back against price increases, manufacturers are facing margin pressure. The situation is further complicated by regulatory challenges, as switching suppliers due to tariffs often necessitates re-certification of medical devices, leading to delays in market entry. In response, companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing key components, ramping up domestic production of standardized items, and accelerating research into more cost-effective materials.
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The ventricular assist device market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.12 billion in 2024 to $2.37 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to an increase in the prevalence of heart failure and a rise in demand for organ transplantation procedures.
The ventricular assist device market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.87 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing need for destination therapy, aging population, increasing healthcare expenditure and a rise in awareness regarding heart failure treatment. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on lengthening effective life of VADs, miniaturization of VADs, advanced pump technologies, increased focus on VAd safety and effectiveness, focus on reduction in side effects of VADs and percutaneously inserted ventricular assist devices.
The forecast of 13.0% growth over the next five years indicates a slight reduction of 0.1% from the previous estimate for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through supply chain disruptions for biocompatible blood pump impellers and percutaneous drive line components, sourced from key regions such as Sweden and the United Kingdom, could lead to shortages in life-saving heart failure support systems.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 rising prevalence of cardiovascular disorders is driving growth in the ventricular assist device market. Cardiovascular disorders, which include heart diseases caused by factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, high cholesterol, and inactivity, are increasingly common. The prevalence of these conditions is further exacerbated by non-communicable diseases like diabetes, chronic respiratory illnesses, and heart attacks linked to hypertension. As the incidence of cardiovascular disorders rises, so does the demand for ventricular assist devices, which serve as crucial support systems for severely ill cardiac patients. For instance, in October 2022, the National Library of Medicine, a US-based federal agency, projected that by 2035, 45.1% of the US population will have cardiovascular disease, with total costs associated with these diseases expected to reach $1.1 trillion. Consequently, the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular disorders is anticipated to significantly boost demand for ventricular assist devices during the forecast period.
The increased awareness surrounding heart failure treatment is a pivotal factor expected to fuel the growth of the ventricular assist device market. Heart failure, characterized by the heart's diminished ability to effectively pump blood, can result from conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart attacks, high blood pressure, and heart muscle damage. The escalating awareness about heart failure treatments is anticipated to drive the adoption of ventricular assist devices as a means to address heart failure. Notably, the American Heart Association projects a 46% increase in heart failure diagnoses by 2030, surpassing 8 million individuals affected. As the number of people diagnosed with heart failure continues to rise, the heightened awareness of available treatment options is poised to be a key driver for the ventricular assist device market.
The adoption of percutaneously inserted ventricular assist devices is gaining prominence in the market. Percutaneously inserted ventricular assist devices are non-pulsatile axial flow pumps positioned across the aortic valve, pumping blood from the left ventricle. These devices alleviate the load on the left ventricle, decrease myocardial oxygen consumption, enhance cardiac output, and reduce left ventricular end-diastolic pressure. As an example, in August 2022, Abiomed Inc., a US-based medical device company, introduced the Impella, a percutaneous VAD designed for eligible pediatric patients in the USA. The Impella device provides effective cardiac support to compensate for a failing left ventricle and can serve as an alternative to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) or complement other therapies to enhance hemodynamics.
In August 2022, Medtronic PLC, an Ireland-based medical device company, acquired Affera, Inc. for $925 million. This strategic acquisition broadens Medtronic's portfolio of cardiac ablation products, introducing their initial cardiac mapping and navigation platform. The platform includes radiofrequency ablation, focal pulsed field, and an integrated diagnostic solution. Affera Inc., a US-based medical technology company, specializes in cardiac mapping and navigation systems, along with catheter-based cardiac ablation technologies.
Major companies operating in the ventricular assist device market include Abiomed, Abbott Laboratories, Medtronic, LivaNova PLC, Terumo Corporation, Berlin Heart GmbH, Cirtec, Jarvik Heart Inc., SynCardia Systems LLC., Calon Cardio-Technology Ltd, Huadong Medicine Co. Ltd, Shenzhen Hexin Zondan Medical Equipment Co. Ltd, Sun Medical Technology Research Corp., Boston Scientific Corporation, CorWave SA, CH Biomedical (USA) Inc, Evaheart Inc, BiVACOR Inc, ReliantHeart Inc, Cardiac Assist Inc, Heart Ware International, Braile Biomedica Ltd
North America was the largest region in the ventricular assist device market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the ventricular assist device market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the ventricular assist device market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.
The ventricular assist device market consists of sales of pulsatile and nonpulsatile LVADs. 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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