The global surgical drapes and gowns market size was estimated to be USD 4.35 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach at USD 8.14 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 5.86% during the forecast period 2024-2034. Increasing prevalence of chronic & infectious diseases, growing awareness regarding cleanliness & health, surge in government funding for healthcare, rising demand for a surgical gown that medical personnel can easily put on by themselves in healthcare settings, increasing launch of new products, and growing approvals of new surgical gowns by regulatory bodies are some of the key factors boosting the market growth.
Growing approvals of new surgical gowns by regulatory bodies is predicted to boost the market growth during the forecast period. Surgical drapes and gowns play a crucial role in upholding a sterile environment during surgical procedures. They act as protective barriers, preventing the transmission of bacteria and pathogens between the patient and the surrounding areas. In the healthcare industry, there is a growing emphasis on the need for surgical gowns that can be easily donned and removed, particularly in times of crisis management during chronic viral and infectious diseases. Hence, market players are focusing on development of new products. For instance, in November 2022, Medtecs International Corporation Limited (Medtecs) is pleased to announce that, two of the company's highly sought-after disposable gowns, namely the CoverU Disposable Gowns with Tape AAMI Level 4 Isolation Gown and the CoverU Disposable Gown with Tape - Chemo Gown, have obtained 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This clearance validates the safety and efficacy of Medtecs' products.
By type, surgical drapes was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to the rising utilization in the sterilization of equipment, maintaining sterility in patient environments, and ensuring cleanliness of environmental surfaces to prevent contact with unsanitary surfaces during surgical procedures and surge in introduction of the new products. For instance, in March 2022, Cardinal Health has unveiled an innovative surgical incise drape that incorporates Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG), a top-tier antiseptic. This drape features the patented BeneHold CHG adhesive technology by Avery Dennison, which serves to reduce the potential for surgical site contamination by common microorganisms associated with Surgical Site Infections (SSIs). The adhesive ensures that the edges of the drape remain securely in place during surgery while still permitting gentle and damage-free removal from the patient's sensitive skin after the procedure. Additionally, surgical gowns is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the growing requirement for a surgical robe that medical staff can independently don without assistance in healthcare sector and rising investment by leading market players for the development of advanced products.
By usage, disposable surgical drapes and gowns was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to their cost-effectiveness, increasing prevalence of infectious diseases, and growing demand for sterile disposable surgical drapes to keep equipment, patient surroundings, & environmental surfaces sterile & prevent contact with unclean surfaces during surgery. Additionally, reusable surgical drapes and gowns is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to their high-performance & environment friendliness, increasing need for drapes that can undergo washing & autoclaving for reprocessing, their extensive utilization in surgical procedures is particularly notable in low and middle-income countries, and rising launch of new products. For instance, in March 2022, Invenio has introduced the V90 surgical gown series, a fresh line of surgical gowns designed to meet the rigorous requirements of modern hospital settings without exceeding budget constraints. The V90 surgical gown series comes equipped with various features, such as full coverage, adaptable hook and loop fasteners, soft knit cuffs, and sonic welding incorporated throughout the design.
By risk type, moderate (AAMI Level 3) was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to rising adoption in wide range of surgical procedures where the risk of fluid exposure is moderate, growing number of surgeries with a large amount of bleeding, and surge in need to protect patients & surgical staff from blood, liquid, & other infectious materials. Additionally, high ((AAMI Level 4) is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing usage in high-risk situations & function as a protective barrier against significant fluid exposure over an extended duration, growing number of surgical procedures that carry inherent risks, including orthopedic procedures without tourniquets, open cardiovascular or thoracic surgeries, trauma procedures, and caesarean sections, and surge in funding by major market players. For instance, in February 2023, The Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) Healthcare, a part of the National Health Service (NHS) England's Accelerated Access Collaborative (AAC), has announced the allocation of $6.56 million to support 18 innovative projects aimed at improving patient care, delivering cost efficiencies, and promoting eco-friendly initiatives within the NHS. The AAC's SBRI Healthcare initiative represents a partnership between the NHS, businesses, and patient organizations. Among these projects, 11 have received a combined total of $1.09 million to assess their technical feasibility, while an additional seven initiatives will receive a combined total of $5.47 million to develop prototypes and conduct real-world testing.
By end-user, hospitals was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to the growing prevalence of infectious diseases and increasing consciousness regarding health & hygiene, rising inclination among patients with chronic illnesses and those in need of urgent surgeries is to opt for medical centers that are well-rated, maintain high levels of hygiene, and possess advanced equipment, increasing demand of surgical-grade drapes & gowns in hospitals, and surge in collaborations within market players. For instance, in April 2023, 3A Medical Products, a prominent global producer of medical nonwoven items, and Hilo Industries, a minority-owned American manufacturer and distributor of nonwoven products, have unveiled a collaborative effort. This joint venture will focus on the manufacturing, administration, and exclusive distribution of surgical gowns, drapes, and other nonwoven medical supplies within the United States. The newly established entity, named Hilo Medical LLC, will leverage the expertise of both organizations to develop top-quality, cost-effective medical products for healthcare providers across the United States. Additionally, they plan to introduce automation in surgical gown production by the latter half of 2023. Additionally, ambulatory surgical centers is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing cataract, dental, elective cosmetic, & reconstructive surgical procedures performed in these centers, rising awareness & availability of advanced surgical drapes, growing preference for outpatient surgeries, and surge in adoption of minimally invasive surgeries.
North America region is anticipated for the highest revenue share during the forecast period owing to the increasing technological advancements, rising government funding, and surge in launch of latest products. For instance, in April 2023, Cardinal Health has introduced a groundbreaking product known as the Stray Away™ hair management drape, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of surgical procedure preparation. This innovative drape, uniquely created and produced by Cardinal Health, is designed to reduce interference from hair in the surgical area, thereby streamlining patient preparation and improving the overall surgical experience. Additionally, Asia Pacific region is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the surge in number of surgical procedures, rising demand for surgical drapes & gowns in post-operative care, growing awareness regarding health & hygiene, increasing research and development activities, and surge in approvals by regulatory bodies. For instance, in April 2022, Weihai Hongyu Nonwoven Fabric Products Co., Ltd. has obtained approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their Disposable Surgical Gown.
Growing approvals of new surgical gowns by regulatory bodies is predicted to boost the market growth during the forecast period. Surgical drapes and gowns play a crucial role in upholding a sterile environment during surgical procedures. They act as protective barriers, preventing the transmission of bacteria and pathogens between the patient and the surrounding areas. In the healthcare industry, there is a growing emphasis on the need for surgical gowns that can be easily donned and removed, particularly in times of crisis management during chronic viral and infectious diseases. Hence, market players are focusing on development of new products. For instance, in November 2022, Medtecs International Corporation Limited (Medtecs) is pleased to announce that, two of the company's highly sought-after disposable gowns, namely the CoverU Disposable Gowns with Tape AAMI Level 4 Isolation Gown and the CoverU Disposable Gown with Tape - Chemo Gown, have obtained 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This clearance validates the safety and efficacy of Medtecs' products.
By type, surgical drapes was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to the rising utilization in the sterilization of equipment, maintaining sterility in patient environments, and ensuring cleanliness of environmental surfaces to prevent contact with unsanitary surfaces during surgical procedures and surge in introduction of the new products. For instance, in March 2022, Cardinal Health has unveiled an innovative surgical incise drape that incorporates Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG), a top-tier antiseptic. This drape features the patented BeneHold CHG adhesive technology by Avery Dennison, which serves to reduce the potential for surgical site contamination by common microorganisms associated with Surgical Site Infections (SSIs). The adhesive ensures that the edges of the drape remain securely in place during surgery while still permitting gentle and damage-free removal from the patient's sensitive skin after the procedure. Additionally, surgical gowns is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the growing requirement for a surgical robe that medical staff can independently don without assistance in healthcare sector and rising investment by leading market players for the development of advanced products.
By usage, disposable surgical drapes and gowns was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to their cost-effectiveness, increasing prevalence of infectious diseases, and growing demand for sterile disposable surgical drapes to keep equipment, patient surroundings, & environmental surfaces sterile & prevent contact with unclean surfaces during surgery. Additionally, reusable surgical drapes and gowns is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to their high-performance & environment friendliness, increasing need for drapes that can undergo washing & autoclaving for reprocessing, their extensive utilization in surgical procedures is particularly notable in low and middle-income countries, and rising launch of new products. For instance, in March 2022, Invenio has introduced the V90 surgical gown series, a fresh line of surgical gowns designed to meet the rigorous requirements of modern hospital settings without exceeding budget constraints. The V90 surgical gown series comes equipped with various features, such as full coverage, adaptable hook and loop fasteners, soft knit cuffs, and sonic welding incorporated throughout the design.
By risk type, moderate (AAMI Level 3) was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to rising adoption in wide range of surgical procedures where the risk of fluid exposure is moderate, growing number of surgeries with a large amount of bleeding, and surge in need to protect patients & surgical staff from blood, liquid, & other infectious materials. Additionally, high ((AAMI Level 4) is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing usage in high-risk situations & function as a protective barrier against significant fluid exposure over an extended duration, growing number of surgical procedures that carry inherent risks, including orthopedic procedures without tourniquets, open cardiovascular or thoracic surgeries, trauma procedures, and caesarean sections, and surge in funding by major market players. For instance, in February 2023, The Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) Healthcare, a part of the National Health Service (NHS) England's Accelerated Access Collaborative (AAC), has announced the allocation of $6.56 million to support 18 innovative projects aimed at improving patient care, delivering cost efficiencies, and promoting eco-friendly initiatives within the NHS. The AAC's SBRI Healthcare initiative represents a partnership between the NHS, businesses, and patient organizations. Among these projects, 11 have received a combined total of $1.09 million to assess their technical feasibility, while an additional seven initiatives will receive a combined total of $5.47 million to develop prototypes and conduct real-world testing.
By end-user, hospitals was the highest revenue-grossing segment in the global surgical drapes and gowns market in 2023 owing to the growing prevalence of infectious diseases and increasing consciousness regarding health & hygiene, rising inclination among patients with chronic illnesses and those in need of urgent surgeries is to opt for medical centers that are well-rated, maintain high levels of hygiene, and possess advanced equipment, increasing demand of surgical-grade drapes & gowns in hospitals, and surge in collaborations within market players. For instance, in April 2023, 3A Medical Products, a prominent global producer of medical nonwoven items, and Hilo Industries, a minority-owned American manufacturer and distributor of nonwoven products, have unveiled a collaborative effort. This joint venture will focus on the manufacturing, administration, and exclusive distribution of surgical gowns, drapes, and other nonwoven medical supplies within the United States. The newly established entity, named Hilo Medical LLC, will leverage the expertise of both organizations to develop top-quality, cost-effective medical products for healthcare providers across the United States. Additionally, they plan to introduce automation in surgical gown production by the latter half of 2023. Additionally, ambulatory surgical centers is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the increasing cataract, dental, elective cosmetic, & reconstructive surgical procedures performed in these centers, rising awareness & availability of advanced surgical drapes, growing preference for outpatient surgeries, and surge in adoption of minimally invasive surgeries.
North America region is anticipated for the highest revenue share during the forecast period owing to the increasing technological advancements, rising government funding, and surge in launch of latest products. For instance, in April 2023, Cardinal Health has introduced a groundbreaking product known as the Stray Away™ hair management drape, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of surgical procedure preparation. This innovative drape, uniquely created and produced by Cardinal Health, is designed to reduce interference from hair in the surgical area, thereby streamlining patient preparation and improving the overall surgical experience. Additionally, Asia Pacific region is predicted to grow at fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to the surge in number of surgical procedures, rising demand for surgical drapes & gowns in post-operative care, growing awareness regarding health & hygiene, increasing research and development activities, and surge in approvals by regulatory bodies. For instance, in April 2022, Weihai Hongyu Nonwoven Fabric Products Co., Ltd. has obtained approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their Disposable Surgical Gown.
Segmentation: Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market Report 2023 - 2034
Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market Analysis & Forecast by Type 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Surgical Gowns
- Surgical Drapes
Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market Analysis & Forecast by Usage 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Reusable Surgical Drapes And Gowns
- Disposable Surgical Drapes And Gowns
Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market Analysis & Forecast by Risk Type 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Minimal (AAMI Level 1)
- Low (AAMI Level 2)
- Moderate (AAMI Level 3)
- High (AAMI Level 4)
Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market Analysis & Forecast by End-user 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- Hospitals
- Ambulatory Surgical Centers
- Clinics
- Others
Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market Analysis & Forecast by Region 2023 - 2034 (Revenue USD Bn)
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- UK
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- South Korea
- Rest of APAC
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Argentina
- Rest of LATAM
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- GCC
- Rest of MEA
Table of Contents
1. Research Methodology
2. Introduction
4. Market Environment Analysis
5. Market Dynamics
7. Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
8. Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market: Usage Estimates & Trend Analysis
9. Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market: Risk Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
10. Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market: End-user Estimates & Trend Analysis
11. Regional Market Analysis
12. North America Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market
13. Europe Global Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market
14. Asia Pacific Global Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market
15. Latin America Global Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market
16. MEA Global Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market
17. Competitor Analysis
18. Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
- Steris
- Cardinal Health
- Priontex
- OneMed
- Medic
- 3M
- Paul Hartmann AG
- Medline Industries Inc.
- Standard Textile Co.
- Mölnlycke Health Care
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | January 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2023 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 4.35 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 8.14 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.8% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
