Medical Marker Bands Global Market Report 2024

The medical marker bands market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $8.64 billion in 2023 to $9.07 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The observed growth in the historical period can be primarily attributed to several significant factors. These include the heightened importance placed on patient identification, regulatory initiatives emphasizing patient safety within healthcare settings, an increase in healthcare awareness and evolving practices, escalating requirements for effective patient data management, and a focus on implementing infection control measures. These combined factors have significantly influenced the growth trajectory of medical marker bands during the historical period.

The medical marker bands market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.72 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. Anticipated growth in the forecast period is expected to stem from several key factors. These factors encompass a shift towards paperless health records, a heightened emphasis on emergency preparedness within healthcare systems, an increasing adoption of medical marker bands in ambulatory care settings, integration with automated healthcare systems to streamline processes, and the customization of marker bands to meet specialized patient requirements. Major trends anticipated during this forecast period include the integration of medical marker bands with electronic health records (EHR) for comprehensive patient information, a focus on enhancing patient engagement and education through these marker bands, the introduction of disposable and eco-friendly solutions in the market, expanding market presence in developing regions, and adherence to evolving regulatory compliance standards. These trends collectively indicate a positive growth trajectory for medical marker bands in the forecast period.

The escalating incidence of cardiovascular diseases is anticipated to drive the advancement of the medical marker band market. Cardiovascular diseases encompass disorders affecting the vascular system and heart functionality. Medical marker bands play a crucial role in cardiovascular surgical procedures by facilitating the guidance and placement of catheter devices. Notably, in March 2022, data from the UK-based Office for National Statistics revealed a rise in heart attack-related deaths, reaching 20,061 in 2021, compared to 19,440 in 2020. Consequently, the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is a significant driver propelling the medical marker band market.

The surge in the number of surgeries and medical procedures is expected to contribute to the growth of the medical marker band market. Surgical procedures involve intentional and non-temporary alterations to the body's structures, typically involving incisions and the use of medical instruments. Medical marker bands find application in surgeries and medical procedures to mark specific areas or sites on a patient's body. For example, in September 2023, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) reported a global estimate of approximately 14.9 million surgical procedures to be performed by plastic surgeons in 2022. This represents an overall increase in procedures by 11.2%, with a notable 57.8% growth in non-surgical procedures over the preceding four years. Breast augmentation treatments emerged as the most popular surgical procedure for women, with 2.2 million procedures performed - a substantial 29% increase from 2021. Consequently, the upsurge in the number of surgeries and medical procedures serves as a catalyst for the growth of the medical marker band market.

Technological innovations are emerging as a prominent trend in the medical marker band market, with major companies strategically incorporating innovative technologies to develop cutting-edge products and maintain their market position. A case in point is the April 2023 launch of the RED 43 reperfusion catheter system by Penumbra, a US-based medical device company. This system introduces innovative marker bands and leverages the REDglide technology to enhance the catheter's functionality and interaction with blood vessels. The catheter boasts an optimized lumen, a soft design, and a precision tip marked with innovative marker bands. These bands, featuring a short polymer tip, contribute to improved visualization and precise placement during medical procedures.

Major companies in the medical marker band market are actively engaged in developing innovative medical devices, including dual marker bands designed for interventional devices. Dual marker bands serve as paired visual indicators, aiding in accurate positioning and identification during medical procedures. A noteworthy example comes from BrosMed Medical, a Japan-based medical device company, which obtained approval from Japanese authorities in November 2022 and subsequently launched the Rokku exchange device. This innovative device is tailored to facilitate seamless exchanges of interventional medical devices while preserving wire position integrity, thereby enhancing the efficiency of complex cases in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedures. The Rokku exchange device features a tip-to-hub core wire design and incorporates a fixed wire catheter with a 10 mm balloon on the distal end. Notably, the catheter is equipped with one marker band at the tip and another at the proximal balloon edge, streamlining placement and identification during rapid exchanges. With availability in 6F through 8F guide catheters at low inflation pressure, the Rokku offers effective lengths of 107 cm (with a 90 cm guiding catheter) and 117 cm (with a 90 cm or 100 cm guiding catheter).

In July 2022, Industrial Growth Partners, a capital investment firm headquartered in the United States, successfully acquired The Prince & Izant Company. The strategic acquisition aimed to provide opportunities for scaling up operations and fostering global expansion for The Prince & Izant Company. Renowned for its expertise in manufacturing marker bands and other intricately engineered alloy components utilized across diverse applications, The Prince & Izant Company operates from the United States.

Major companies operating in the medical marker bands market report are Chamfr Inc., Stanford Advanced Materials Corp., Teleflex Incorporated, Convatec Group plc, ALB Materials Inc., Biomerics LLC, Smiths Medical, Argon Medical Devices, Resonetics LLC., Karl Storz SE & Co. KG, ITL Innovative Technologies Ltd., Putnam Plastics Corp., Precipart Corp., Medtronic Plc., Stryker Corporation, American Elements Corporation, Johnson Matthey Inc., Boston Scientific Corporation, Bard Medical, B. Braun, Olympus Corporation, Radiopaque Solutions Inc., Edgetech Industries LLC, IMC Intertech LLC, Coloplast AS,Cook Medical, Integer Holdings Corporation, Machine Solutions Inc., Merit Medical Systems Inc., Hollister Inc.

North America was the largest region in the medical marker bands market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the medical marker bands market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the medical marker bands market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

These marker bands are integral components found in a range of medical products, including angiography systems, catheters, guidewires, balloons, contrast media, vascular closure devices, and angiography accessories. Variants such as tantalum marker bands and platinum-iridium marker bands serve as radiopaque markers utilized during angioplasty and other minimally invasive procedures. These bands are composed of materials such as gold, platinum-iridium, platinum, polymers, palladium, tantalum, and others, and find application in coronary, endovascular, and neurovascular procedures, catering to hospitals, medical device distributors, and similar stakeholders within the medical industry.

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The medical marker band market consists of sales of nitinol, cobalt-chromium, and tungsten marker bands. 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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