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The global hospital gowns market is expected to be worth USD 12.8 billion by 2030 and reveal a CAGR of 12.88%. Primary factors likely to drive this growth include an enhancement in the number of surgeries and a rise in the cases of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) owing to poor sanitation and precaution. For instance, in 2020, according to a data report by HAIs, every year patients have been affected by infections at one in twenty-five hospitals. Therefore, the provision of anti-contamination protection with the usage of hospital gowns tends to overcome HAIs, which is likely to up-scale the industry’s growth during the forecast period.
The COVID-19 outbreak positively impacted and is expected to escalate the industry’s growth. During the pandemic, there was an increase in the number of hospital admissions which resulted in huge demand for medical disposables globally. To meet this global demand, the World Health Organization (WHO) advised governments across the world to enhance the production of personal protective equipment (PPE) like hospital gowns, aprons, gloves, respirators, surgical masks, goggles, and face shields by 40%. All these factors are expected to increase the demand and uplift the growth of the industry during the forecast period.
The implementation of sedentary and unhealthy lifestyles, antimicrobial resistance, smoking, and consumption of alcohol are important factors that tend to augment hospital admissions. For instance, as per the data report by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), by 2045 more than 700 million adults are likely to be impacted with diabetes. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data report estimated that 11% of Americans that accounted for the 34 million population suffered from diabetic disorders in 2020. Thus, an increase in the occurrence of chronic diseases results in a huge surge in hospital admissions, which is intended to increase the demand for hospital gowns and boost the industry in the forecast period.
In terms of segment, the disposable gowns segment dominated the market owing to features like a cost-effective solution, quality, and safety. Additionally, the one-time usage of disposable gowns results in cost savings pertaining to bleaching, washing, and conditioning, which ultimately tends to increase the demand for the product. Besides, dermatological, and hypoallergenic certified materials are used to produce disposable gowns which are attributed to limiting the spread of contaminations and infections from one patient to another. Hence, all these advantages are likely to increase the demand and drive the industry’s growth in the forecast period.
In terms of regional growth, North America dominated the market on the account of owing to the rise in HAIs, personal healthcare, and surgeries which resulted in a surge in the demand for hospital gowns. Additionally, generous contributions by various organizations pertaining to improvements and adjustments are projected to upscale the industry’s growth during the forecast period. Besides, Asia Pacific is expected to grow in the forecast period due to a surge in the formation of healthcare infrastructure, awareness of patient safety, and the need for sanitation, all of which are likely to increase the demand for hospital gowns.
Key players exhibit the growth of products through research and development to achieving a competitive edge in the market. As a result, they tend to engage in activities like mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships to expand their product portfolio, producing capacities, and making provisions for competitive differentiation. For instance, in April 2022, Cardinal Health, a U.S.-based healthcare distributor acclaimed a digital hub in Bangalore for the formulation of artificial intelligence, information technology, and business management. The aim was to implement technology for the provision of engagement as well as adherence solutions to patients.
Research Support Specialist, USA