Report Overview

Increasing number of surgeries, rapidly aging population, and Healthcare-associated Infections (HAIs) are becoming more common as a result of a lack of precaution and sanitation could boost the growth of Global Surgical Gown Market during the forecast period between 2023 and 2029.

Global Surgical Gown Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2029

Global surgical gown market size was estimated at USD 7.3 billion in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, it is expected that the global surgical gown market size to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% reaching a value of USD 14.3 billion by 2029. The main driver of the hospital gown market is the rising demand for safety gear due to diseases like COVID-19 and increased public awareness of them. Another key driver assisting the growth of the market is the rapid technological advancement in the healthcare sector. The market for hospital gowns is also being driven by an increase in the use of disposable hospital gowns as a protection control mechanism. The market for hospital gowns has a chance as healthcare infrastructure for patient safety grows. Global hospital gown market is expected to expand as a result of improvements in governmental policies for patient safety and hygiene.

Global Surgical Gown Market- Overview

A surgical gown is a type of protective clothing worn during medical procedures. Hospital gowns are primarily used to protect the wearer from infectious diseases and to protect the wearer from infectious liquids or elements. It is also used in conjunction with PPE kits to provide overall protection against infectious diseases. Surgical gowns are hygienic clothing worn by surgeons and others present in the operating room during surgery. This helps to keep bacteria and pathogens from coming into direct contact with the person operating. Bacterial transmission is one of the primary causes of disease spread, surgical gowns aid in its control.

Growth Drivers

Continuous Innovations by Surgical Gown Manufacturers

Continuous innovation by surgical gown manufacturers and lucrative marketing are also expected to boost revenue growth of the global surgical gowns market. The market for surgical gowns has been an established market for a long time but there are several innovations in technology for increasing the efficiency of surgical gowns so that the gowns can provide better protection to patients as well as surgeons. Diverse options of surgical gowns are available in the market to cater to specific choices. A variety of fabrics such as spunlace, spunbond, and SMS materials are available in the surgical gowns market. This wide variety available to meet end-user requirements helps in the growth of the surgical gowns market.

Prevention from Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs)

One of the most crucial functions of surgical gowns is to prevent patients from picking up Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs) that can be life-threatening. With the recent advancements in Medicare facilities, awareness regarding hospital-acquired infections has also increased. As per data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 30% of HAIs are surgical site infections that add a hefty amount to the hospital bill of the patient. Due to this huge amount of money that patients must spend because of surgical site infections, people have become more aware of the causes and prevention of HAIs. This increasing awareness regarding HAIs is fueling the growth of the global surgical gown market.

Restraints

Rapid Mass Production of Surgical Gowns

Rising healthcare expenditure across the globe and global pandemic lead to drive large investments in the healthcare segment with a lucrative growth rate. Growing involvement by players in the mass production of surgical gowns, medical equipment, safety device, and PPE equipment, creates an opportunity for existing and upcoming players to cater to large market share amidst the global region. Players with high quality and smart features in a surgical gown can attract and cater large share of end-user segments. Due to the global pandemic, export-import impacted to a certain level which disrupts the global supply chain of raw materials. Factors creating a lucrative opportunity for players for in-house manufacturing and opening doors for merger and acquisition strategies executions.

Impact of COVID-19 on Global Surgical Gown Market

Global pandemics lead to calls for action from a wide range of stakeholders including manufacturers, vendors, distributors, and consumers. A decline in business for at least three months during 2020 coupled with lower demand from a few major markets has put pressure on the profitability of surgical gown manufacturers and vendors. The previous global lockdown impacted the supply chain and distribution channels in the surgical gown market, only the direct sales distribution channel is a direct link with government authorities and catered to the market. The supply chains and distribution channels are coming in the flow after the lockdowns in various regions and are expected to prompt market growth.

Global Surgical Gown Market

Segmental Coverage

Global Surgical Gown Market: By Type

Based on type, the global surgical gown market is segmented into disposable or reusable. The disposable surgical gown segment dominates the global surgical gown market and is projected to continue the trend throughout the forecast period. The disposable surgical gowns segment is the most attractive, this segment is expected to grab a significant market value share during the forecast period. Owing to the higher protection levels provided by disposable surgical gowns, these types of surgical gowns are expected to have significant adoption over reusable surgical gowns and thus exhibit comparatively higher growth over the forecast period.

Global Surgical Gown Market - By End User

Based on end user, the global surgical gown market is segmented into Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, and others. The ambulatory surgical center segment dominates the market. Surgical gowns can help protect against germs and infectious diseases during surgical and fluid-intensive procedures. These gowns all have high tensile strength, tear resistance, and breathability. Rising hospital admissions and research activities are expected to boost segment growth over the forecast period. During the forecast period, the hospital segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate. hospital gowns are used in basic care units, standard medical units, standard isolation, as cover robes for visitors, and research and academic purposes. They aid in the prevention of bacterial and fungal diseases.

Global Surgical Gown Market - By Distribution Channel

The global surgical gowns market is segmented based on distribution channels into Online Sales, Retail Pharmacies, and Direct Sales. Direct sales are the largest segment in this category, which is estimated to represent a significant growth rate in the market. Followed by direct sales retail pharmacies witness significant market growth in the global surgical gown market during the forecast period. The demand for surgical gowns is increasing in the medical field to provide the highest possible safety to healthcare personnel and medical patients. Technological developments coupled with rising internet penetration rate contribute to segmental growth.

Global Surgical Gown Market - Regional insights

The global surgical gown market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa, where Europe holds the major share in the global surgical gown market, due to the presence of a large number of geriatric populations. This has led to a rise in surgeries. Other factors that are contributing to the growth of the market in these regions are the presence of various surgical procedures accompanied by stringent rules and regulations for healthcare professionals and patient safety.

Competitive Landscape

Competition in the global surgical gown market is intense. Major companies in the market include 3M Health Care, Cardinal Health, Lohmann & Rauscher, Stryker, Kimberly-Clark Health Care, Hartmann AG., Molnlycke Health Care, Steris Plc, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Steris Plc, Halyard health, Ahlstrom-Munksjö, Owens & Minor, TIDI Products, LLC., Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc., Medeco, priMED Medical Products, Inc., and L&R Group. The key strategies used by these market leaders are new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, and alliances. To grow their market share, these companies are also focusing on investing in innovations, collaborations, and expansions.

Scope of the Report

By Type

• Reusable

• Disposable

By End User

• Hospitals

• Ambulatory Surgical Centers

• Others

By Distribution Channel

• Online Sales

• Retail Pharmacies

• Direct Sales

By Region

• Asia Pacific

• North America

• Europe

• Middle East & Africa

• Latin America