U.S. External Catheter Market Size, Share, Trend, Industry Analysis Report By Product (Self-Adhesive, Non-Adhesive), By Material, By Gender, By End Use – Market Forecast, 2025–2034
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The U.S. external catheter market size is expected to reach USD 2.06 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “U.S. External Catheter Market Size, Share, Trend, Industry Analysis Report By Product (Self-Adhesive, Non-Adhesive), By Material, By Gender, By End Use – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The U.S. external catheter market addresses the rising need for noninvasive urinary management solutions, particularly among male patients experiencing incontinence or mobility limitations. This segment offers products designed to reduce infection risk, improve patient comfort, and minimize the complications often associated with indwelling catheter. Demand is being driven by the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions such as diabetes, spinal cord injuries, and neurological disorders, which frequently contribute to bladder dysfunction. An aging population base and the expansion of home healthcare services are further supporting adoption, especially for long-term management in non-hospital settings.
U.S. external catheter market trends point toward a preference for skin-friendly, easy-to-apply devices that improve wearability and reduce leakage concerns. Innovations in materials, such as breathable silicone and hydrocolloid adhesives, are improving device performance and patient compliance. Healthcare providers are also prioritizing solutions that reduce the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Opportunities exist in the development of female-specific external catheters and in expanding access through direct-to-consumer and e-commerce distribution. Additionally, growing awareness about noninvasive options among patients and caregivers is contributing to demand across both acute and chronic care environments. Manufacturers are focusing on ergonomic design, secure fit, and compatibility with urine collection accessories to meet evolving user expectations. The market is expected to benefit from broader insurance coverage and continued investments in outpatient care models that favor cost-effective, home-based solutions.
U.S. External Catheter Market Report Highlights
By product, the self-adhesive segment dominated the market in 2024 due to its ease of application, improved comfort, and enhanced leakage control.
Based on gender, the male segment held a larger revenue share in 2024 due to the wider availability and application suitability of external catheters for male anatomy.
A few key players include Bard; BD; Boehringer Laboratories, LLC; Coloplast; Consure Medical; Hollister Incorporated; Medalliance (Changzhou) Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.; Medline Industries, LP.; Stryker; TillaCare; Ur24Technology, Inc.; and Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the U.S. external catheter market report on the basis of product, material, gender, and end use:
By Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Self-Adhesive
Non-Adhesive
By Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Silicone
Latex
Others
By Gender Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Male
Female
By End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Home Care
Hospitals
Others
The U.S. external catheter market addresses the rising need for noninvasive urinary management solutions, particularly among male patients experiencing incontinence or mobility limitations. This segment offers products designed to reduce infection risk, improve patient comfort, and minimize the complications often associated with indwelling catheter. Demand is being driven by the increasing prevalence of chronic conditions such as diabetes, spinal cord injuries, and neurological disorders, which frequently contribute to bladder dysfunction. An aging population base and the expansion of home healthcare services are further supporting adoption, especially for long-term management in non-hospital settings.
U.S. external catheter market trends point toward a preference for skin-friendly, easy-to-apply devices that improve wearability and reduce leakage concerns. Innovations in materials, such as breathable silicone and hydrocolloid adhesives, are improving device performance and patient compliance. Healthcare providers are also prioritizing solutions that reduce the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Opportunities exist in the development of female-specific external catheters and in expanding access through direct-to-consumer and e-commerce distribution. Additionally, growing awareness about noninvasive options among patients and caregivers is contributing to demand across both acute and chronic care environments. Manufacturers are focusing on ergonomic design, secure fit, and compatibility with urine collection accessories to meet evolving user expectations. The market is expected to benefit from broader insurance coverage and continued investments in outpatient care models that favor cost-effective, home-based solutions.
U.S. External Catheter Market Report Highlights
By product, the self-adhesive segment dominated the market in 2024 due to its ease of application, improved comfort, and enhanced leakage control.
Based on gender, the male segment held a larger revenue share in 2024 due to the wider availability and application suitability of external catheters for male anatomy.
A few key players include Bard; BD; Boehringer Laboratories, LLC; Coloplast; Consure Medical; Hollister Incorporated; Medalliance (Changzhou) Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.; Medline Industries, LP.; Stryker; TillaCare; Ur24Technology, Inc.; and Zhanjiang Star Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the U.S. external catheter market report on the basis of product, material, gender, and end use:
By Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Self-Adhesive
Non-Adhesive
By Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Silicone
Latex
Others
By Gender Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Male
Female
By End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Home Care
Hospitals
Others
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