Urinary Catheters Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity & Forecast, Segmented By Product, By Application, By Type, By End User, By Region, & Competition, 2020-2030F
The Global Urinary Catheters Market was valued at USD 5.78 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 7.89 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.28% during the forecast period. This market continues to witness steady growth due to increasing incidences of urological and chronic health conditions, aging populations, and a heightened focus on patient-centric and home-based care. Urinary catheters play a vital role in short- and long-term bladder management, supporting both hospital-based and outpatient needs. As healthcare infrastructure evolves globally, demand is further reinforced by advances in catheter technology, including improved designs and infection prevention features. Stakeholders emphasizing innovation, safety, and wider product accessibility are well-positioned to benefit from emerging opportunities within this essential segment of urological healthcare.
Market Overview
Forecast Period
2026-2030
Market Size 2024
USD 5.78 Billion
Market Size 2030
USD 7.89 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030
5.28%
Fastest Growing Segment
Intermittent Catheters
Largest Market
North America
Key Market Drivers
Growing Prevalence of Urological Disorders and Chronic Diseases
The increasing incidence of urological conditions and chronic diseases remains a core factor propelling the urinary catheters market. Disorders such as urolithiasis, urinary incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and neurogenic bladder are becoming more common, particularly in aging demographics and individuals with chronic illnesses. In 2021, global cases of kidney stones surpassed 106 million, underscoring the mounting clinical burden. For women, urinary incontinence affects between 8% and 45% depending on demographics and healthcare access, while over 50% of men over 60 suffer from BPH-related urinary retention. Chronic conditions such as diabetes, stroke, and neurological disorders also contribute to bladder dysfunction, necessitating catheter use. Increased hospitalizations, surgical interventions, and long-term care scenarios demand reliable bladder management solutions. Moreover, as more patients receive care at home or in assisted-living settings, the need for catheter-based products has expanded beyond hospital environments, fostering continuous demand in both institutional and home-care channels.
Key Market Challenges
High Risk of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs)
A significant barrier to wider adoption and prolonged use of urinary catheters is the heightened risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs), particularly with indwelling devices. CAUTIs represent a major source of hospital-acquired infections, contributing to extended hospital stays, higher treatment costs, and potential complications such as sepsis. Despite technological efforts to introduce antimicrobial and hydrophilic coatings, infection prevention remains a challenge. As a result, healthcare providers are cautious about unnecessary or prolonged catheter use, and regulatory standards now emphasize stricter utilization protocols. This cautious clinical approach can restrict growth opportunities, particularly in inpatient settings.
Key Market Trends
Technological Advancements in Catheter Design and Materials
Ongoing innovation in catheter development is reshaping the market by offering safer, more comfortable, and infection-resistant solutions. Advancements include hydrophilic-coated and pre-lubricated catheters that reduce friction and trauma, antimicrobial and silicone-based designs to deter biofilm buildup and encrustation, and enhanced safety mechanisms. Notable innovations like InnoCare Urologics' Egress(TM) catheter, featuring automatic balloon deflation, are improving outcomes and reducing the risk of injury. These user-friendly designs are enhancing patient adherence, physician confidence, and clinical outcomes across hospital and home-care environments, thereby driving broader adoption and recurring use.
Key Market Players
Hollister Incorporated
Medtronic PLC
Boston Scientific Corporation
BD
Cook Medical
Convatec Inc
Teleflex Incorporated
Coloplast Corp
B. Braun SE
Medline Industries, LP
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Urinary Catheters Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Urinary Catheters Market, By Product:
Intermittent Catheters
Foley/ Indwelling Catheters
External Catheters
Urinary Catheters Market, By Application:
Benign Prostate Hyperplasia & Prostate Surgeries
Urinary Incontinence
Spinal Cord Injury
Others
Urinary Catheters Market, By Type:
Coated Catheters
Uncoated Catheters
Urinary Catheters Market, By End User:
Hospital
Clinics
Long-Term Care Facilities
Others
Urinary Catheters Market, By Region:
North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
Europe
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Germany
Spain
Asia-Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Colombia
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Urinary Catheters Market.
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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
1.2.1. Markets Covered
1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Urinary Catheters Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Product (Intermittent Catheters, Foley/ Indwelling Catheters, External Catheters)