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Surgical Drapes, Gowns and Gloves Market in Europe
Frost & Sullivan, Dec 2009, Pages: 100
This research service presents an in-depth analysis of the surgical drapes, gowns and gloves market in Europe. For each geographic market covered, it provides a general overview of the healthcare environment, followed by a detailed analysis of the market for surgical drapes, gowns and gloves. It provides an analysis of the key dynamics affecting each market, as well as market sizes and growth forecasts over the period 2008-2015. In addition, a thorough competitor analysis for each market was performed.
Research Overview
This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Surgical Drapes, Gowns and Gloves Market in Europe provides a brief overview of the surgical drapes, gowns and gloves markets in western Europe along with a further in-depth analysis of the three market segments. A thorough analysis of the competitive dynamics and market shares of key participants, for each segment, is performed at the European level. For each of the countries studied, current market sizes, revenue forecasts up to 2015 and the key challenges and drivers experienced by participants in this industry are provided. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following markets: Germany, the United Kingdom, Spain, Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg), Italy, France and Scandinavia (Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark).
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Market Overview
Suppliers to Offer Optimal Products due to Greater Price Pressure in the European Surgical Drapes, Gowns and Gloves Market
An increased awareness about hospital-acquired infections and the switch from re-usable to disposable surgical products are some of the key factors driving the market for disposable surgical drapes, gowns and gloves Europe. However, manufacturers of these products in Europe are operating in a market that is increasingly experiencing falling prices. Price pressures are mostly from hospitals, insurance companies and governments who are currently pursuing cost-containment strategies. Furthermore, foreign competition in recent years has put a damper on price increases. Healthcare costs in Europe are spiralling, thereby putting excessive pressure on budgets. Healthcare systems are looking at reducing costs associated with surgeries and ensuring that hospitals focus on effective cost-cutting measures.
While surgical drapes, gowns and gloves play a pivotal role in preventing transmission of infection, they are also of peripheral importance in surgical procedures, where costs can accrue dramatically. In some cases, these restrictive measures have resulted in inadequate medical provision and patient care. Various reforms in national health insurance systems have resulted in tighter procurement regulations in terms of quantity, quality and pricing. Additionally, a greater emphasis on cost control is an opportunity in the European market for lower-priced foreign products. Though not always of comparable quality, these foreign products are a significant source of competition for European products - a scenario, which is likely to further restrain price rises.
“Companies are now increasingly focusing on maximizing profits in a cost containment-focused market in order to successfully combat the market challenges,” says the analyst of this research. Although innovations have enhanced the quality of re-usable products, limitations continue to exist. Most re-usable drapes and gowns are unable to meet the quality standard dictated by the EU medical device directives. This has resulted in a switch to disposable products, contributing significantly to market growth for disposables. Presently, with the focus on cost-cutting and elimination of waste, it is important that manufacturers provide hospitals with optimised and cost-effective surgical product solutions. “Manufacturers should optimise their product offering in such a way that it adequately addresses specific customer needs,” concludes the analyst. “For example, introducing a dual product range such as premium and economy range, that caters for all customer requirements and budgets without unnecessary excesses.”
Market Sectors
Expert Frost & Sullivan analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors in this research:
By Country:
Germany
The United Kingdom
Spain
Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg)
Italy
France
Scandinavia (Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark
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