Global & Thailand Dialysis Equipment Market to 2031

The dialysis equipment market in Thailand is significantly driven by the nation’s aging population and the widespread prevalence of chronic non-communicable diseases, both of which contribute to a rising demand for renal replacement therapy. As of 2024, 16.7% of Thailand’s population is aged 65 and above, reflecting a notable increase from the previous year, according to Knoema data. Furthermore, nearly 20% of the population was aged 60 or older in 2023, as reported in the Situation of the Thai Older Persons 2023 report. This demographic trend signals Thailand’s shift toward becoming a complete-aged society, which in turn raises the incidence of chronic diseases, including chronic kidney disease (CKD). Estimates from Nation Thailand in September 2023 suggest that around 9 million people—approximately 17.5% of the population—are affected by CKD in various stages.

The rising rates of diabetes and hypertension are major contributors to the increasing burden of kidney disease. According to HealthDeliver Clinic’s October 2024 report, diabetes prevalence among individuals aged 15 and above reached 11.6%, with 300,000 new cases recorded annually in 2023. In addition, hypertension affects 25.7% of adults, as per PubMed's November 2024 analysis. These conditions are significant risk factors for the progression to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD).

Data from the Thailand Renal Replacement Therapy (TRT) Registry, published in the 2023 Annual Data Report in March 2025, reveals that 129,113 patients were receiving hemodialysis, and 23,714 were on peritoneal dialysis in 2023. The report also noted that 13,045 new hemodialysis patients and 4,159 new peritoneal dialysis patients began treatment that year, highlighting the extensive demand for ongoing dialysis services. While hemodialysis has traditionally been the predominant treatment modality, Thailand is shifting toward a PD First policy to prioritize peritoneal dialysis, as reported by Thai PBS World in November 2024. Despite this, about 80% of patients still rely on hemodialysis.

The continued rise in ESKD cases, alongside policy efforts to expand access to renal replacement therapy under the Universal Coverage Scheme, underscores the ongoing and growing demand for dialysis equipment, consumables, and services throughout Thailand Show more