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Ophthalmic sutures are specialized surgical threads used in eye surgeries to close incisions or wounds in delicate ocular tissues such as the cornea, sclera, or conjunctiva. Made from fine, biocompatible materials, these sutures are designed to minimize tissue reaction while ensuring precise closure, supporting proper healing and preserving the structural integrity of the eye.
The primary product categories for ophthalmic sutures are absorbable and non-absorbable sutures. Absorbable sutures are designed to naturally degrade and be absorbed by the body, eliminating the need for removal, and are available in both natural and synthetic variants. These sutures are used in a variety of ophthalmic procedures, including cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, vitrectomy, iridectomy, and oculoplastic surgeries. They are employed in multiple healthcare settings such as hospitals, ophthalmic clinics, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), and academic or research institutions.
Tariffs are impacting the ophthalmic sutures market by increasing the cost of imported raw materials and pre-fabricated sutures, particularly absorbable polymers and specialty synthetic threads. Segments such as polyglactin and polydioxanone sutures are most impacted, with regions like Asia-Pacific and Europe facing higher import duties. While tariffs increase production costs and supply chain complexity, they also encourage local manufacturing, innovation in suture materials, and development of domestic production capabilities.
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The ophthalmic sutures market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.6 billion in 2025 to $0.65 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to limited suture material options, reliance on conventional surgical techniques, growing ophthalmic surgical procedures, increasing awareness of ocular safety, expanding hospital infrastructure.
The ophthalmic sutures market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.87 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to development of advanced biocompatible sutures, rising ophthalmic surgical volumes, adoption of minimally invasive eye surgeries, increasing investments in research and academic institutes, technological advancements in suture manufacturing and precision delivery systems. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of absorbable and non-absorbable sutures, growing preference for synthetic over natural sutures, increasing use in corneal, cataract, and vitrectomy surgeries, focus on minimizing post-surgical complications and tissue reaction, expansion of ophthalmic clinics and ambulatory surgery centers.
The increasing number of eye surgeries is expected to drive the growth of the ophthalmic sutures market. Eye surgeries encompass various procedures performed on the eye or its surrounding tissues to correct vision problems, treat diseases, or repair injuries. These surgeries include cataract, glaucoma, corneal transplants, retinal, and refractive surgeries. The rising number of eye surgeries is largely due to the growing prevalence of cataracts among the aging population. Ophthalmic sutures are essential in these surgeries, as they ensure precise closure of incisions, promoting faster healing, minimizing complications, and improving surgical outcomes. For example, in 2024, the Eye Bank Association of America reported that domestic keratoplasty (corneal transplant) procedures reached 51,559, marking a 1.2% increase from 50,925 in 2023. Consequently, the growing number of eye surgeries is driving the growth of the ophthalmic sutures market.
Leading companies in the ophthalmic sutures market are focused on developing innovative products, such as next-generation microsurgical sutures, to enhance surgical precision and meet the evolving needs of the clinical landscape. These next-generation microsurgical sutures are made from advanced materials and technologies designed to improve patient outcomes, reduce complications, and enhance the overall surgical experience. For instance, in October 2024, Corza Medical, a U.S.-based medical technology company, introduced Onatec ophthalmic microsurgical sutures. These next-generation sutures feature highly tempered stainless steel needles that offer superior bending resistance and durability. With precise geometries and smooth surfaces, the needles ensure optimal penetration, reduce tissue trauma, and enhance patient comfort, improving both precision and safety during delicate ophthalmic surgeries.
In July 2024, Advanced Medical Solutions (AMS), a UK-based provider of advanced wound care, surgical, and medical device solutions, acquired Peters Surgical for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, AMS seeks to strengthen its surgical product portfolio and broaden its presence in the global surgical solutions market. Peters Surgical is a UK-based company that supplies high-quality surgical instruments and specialty surgical products.
Major companies operating in the ophthalmic sutures market are B. Braun Group, Mani Inc., Aurolab, Assut Europe, DemeTECH Corporation, Unilene SAC, Internacional Farmaceutica SA de CV, Geuder AG, GPC Medical Ltd., Rumex International Co., FCI Ophthalmics Inc., Teleflex Incorporated, Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc, Medline Industries LP, Alcon Surgical (Suture Portfolio), Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson Vision), Sutures India Pvt. Ltd., Lotus Surgicals Pvt. Ltd., Arosurgical Instruments, Sharpoint (Surgical Specialties Corporation), Microsuture (Teleflex brand), Surgiwear Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the ophthalmic sutures market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the ophthalmic sutures market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the ophthalmic sutures market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The ophthalmic sutures market consists of sales of polyglactin 910, nylon, polypropylene, microsurgical needles, silk and polyglycolic acid. 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.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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