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European Markets for Advanced Wound Management

Frost & Sullivan
October 9, 2006
86 Pages - SKU: MC1378013

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Countries covered: Europe

Research Overview

This Frost & Sullivan research service titled European Markets for Advanced Wound Management provides an analysis of wound dressings and therapies that fall into the category of advanced wound management products. This study offers a description of key market drivers, restraints and trends influencing the adoption of wound management products. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following markets: moist wound dressings, antimicrobial wound dressings, advanced therapies, negative pressure therapy.

Market Sectors

Expert Frost & Sullivan analysts thoroughly examine the following market sectors in this research:

Moist wound dressings
Antimicrobial wound dressings
Advanced therapies
Negative pressure therapy

Technologies

The following technologies are covered in this research:

Hydrogels
Alginates
Hydrofibers
Hydrocolloids
Foams and Films
Silver and Others
Bio-interactive and Tissue Engineering

Market Overview

Innovation and Improved Clinical Outcomes Drive Demand for Advanced Products for Wound Healing

The advanced wound management markets in Europe are expanding and the shift from traditional to advanced wound dressings is expected to continue in the future. This shift can be attributed to the development of innovative products, increased acceptance by healthcare decision-makers, improved clinical efficacy and reduced costs of total care. These products produce benefits such as increased comfort, less changing time for dressings, faster healing and reduced complications of further infection.

"Advanced wound management products have demonstrated clinical efficacy," notes the analyst of this research service. "Good clinical outcomes in terms of wound healing and reduction in infection have increased their acceptance and improved the willingness of medical professionals to use such products. In addition, patients are increasingly becoming well-informed and demonstrating preference for certain treatments in situations where they can influence the choice of treatment."

Greater Penetration of Existing Products and New Product Development Crucial for Market Growth

Chronic wounds are often a source of morbidity and can lead to complications such as infections, contractures, depression or limb amputation, which can result in considerable disability. In this scenario, higher mortality and the need for assisted living have a significant impact on public health and healthcare expenditure. Overall, it is estimated that the management of all types of wounds may account for two to four per cent of total healthcare expenditure in each country of the European Union. This is in addition to other costs to society and the impact of such conditions on the quality of the patient’s life.

The development of new treatment therapies, initiatives and products aimed at avoiding or reducing wounds is a potential threat faced by the existing advanced wound management products in the market. Moreover, alternative/innovative therapies that have proven patient improvement and long-term cost-effectiveness have gained in popularity. As a result, therapies such as negative pressure are hampering growth in other market segments such as moist wound dressings and anti-microbial wound dressings. Hence, strategies to counter these threats include greater penetration of current products, as well as new product development. "Success of wound management therapies have resulted from therapies that combine assured effect with attributes," explains the analyst. "Several advances are resulting from a greater understanding of the body's processes and the ability of science to speed up natural healing processes." Accordingly, market revenues are projected to grow from $962.0 million in 2005 to reach $3043.4 million in 2012.

1. Executive Summary
        1. Executive Summary
                  1. Market Overview

2. Glossary of Terms
        1. Glossary of Terms
                  1. Terms and Definitions

3. Market Dynamics
        1. Introduction
                  1. Methodology
                  2. Coverage and Scope
                  3. Wounds and Management
        2. Market Overview
                  1. Segmentation
                  2. Industry Challenges
                  3. Market Drivers
                  a. Demonstrated and Recorded Clinical Efficacy of the Products Stimulate Further Use
                  b. Favourable Trends in Demographics Expand Potential Market Size
                  c. Awareness and Willingness to Try New Wound Care Technologies is Increasing in Europe
                  d. Emergence of 'Super Bugs' and their Spread should Encourage Use of Antimicrobial Products
                  e. Real and Perceived Cost Benefits of Advanced Wound Care Products when Compared to the More Traditional Dressings Leads to Conversion
                  f. Changing Healthcare Systems across Europe Favour Advanced Wound Care Products
                  4. Market Restraints
                  a. Healthcare Systems are Cutting Costs and Lowering Prices Affecting Revenues Adversely
                  b. Adoption of Newer Therapies Slows Down Growth in Others
                  c. Low Prescription by Medical Practitioners Who are More Concerned with Product Price
                  d. Conservatism and Lack of Awareness Inhibits Adoption
                  e. Prevention Initiatives Could Reduce Growth in the Number of New Cases

4. Market Engineering Research
        1. Market Measurements and Forecasts
                  1. Market Engineering Measurements
                  2. Total Revenue Forecasts
                  3. Competitive Landscape and Market Share Analysis

5. Segment Forecasts and Analysis
        1. Moist Wound Dressings
                  1. Introduction and Scope
                  2. Revenue Forecasts and Segment Analysis
                  3. Market Share Analysis
        2. Antimicrobial Wound Dressings
                  1. Introduction and Scope
                  2. Revenue Forecasts and Segment Analysis
                  3. Market Share Analysis
        3. Advanced Therapies
                  1. Introduction and Scope
                  2. Revenue Forecasts and Segment Analysis
                  3. Market Share Analysis
        4. Negative Pressure Therapy
                  1. Introduction and Scope
                  2. Revenue Forecasts and Market Analysis

6. Geographic Distribution
        1. Analysis by Geographic Region
                  1. Advanced Wound Management Markets in Europe
                  2. The Market in Germany
                  3. The Market in France
                  4. The Market in the United Kingdom
                  5. The Market in Italy
                  6. The Market in Spain
                  7. The Market in Benelux
                  8. The Market in Scandinavia

7. Industry Trends and Market Engineering Strategy
        1. Technology Trends and Market Strategies
                  1. Current Innovation and Product Development
                  2. New Product Development: Threats and Strategy

8. Industry Participants
        1. Database of Key Industry Participants
                  1. Key Industry Participants

9. Decision Support Databases
        1. Decision Support Databases
                  1. Diabetes Incidence in Europe
                  2. Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevalence in Europe
                  3. Number of Dermatologists in Europe
                  4. Per capita Health Care Expenditure in Europe
                  5. Prevalence of Undernourished Population in Europe
                  6. Population 65 plus in Europe

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