Ileostomy refers to the diversion of the small intestine or ileum through an opening in the abdomen called a stoma. This is typically done for patients suffering from severe cases of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease where the diseased portion of the intestine is removed surgically. The rerouted intestine is then brought through the abdominal wall, allowing for waste to be collected in an external pouching system. Growing prevalence of inflammatory bowel diseases and increasing number of colorectal cancer cases can boost demand for ileostomy procedures and devices over the forecast period.
Market Dynamics:
Rising incidences of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and other intestinal disorders can drive the global ileostomy market growth. According to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. High prevalence of an unhealthy lifestyle and risk factors such as obesity, lack of physical exercise, and smoking can increase the cases of intestinal ailments. Innovations in ostomy bag designs, adhesives, and other accessories can improve outcomes for patients undergoing ileostomy. However, social stigma associated with stomas and high cost of surgeries can hamper the market growth. Ongoing advancements in virtual stoma marking and 3D printing technologies can offer lucrative opportunities over the forecast period.
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