Market Analysis

Aerosol and liquid products are the most commonly used surface disinfectants, though a growing number of hospitals are implementing ultraviolet (UV) disinfection systems as an additional measure. According to the CDC, “The application of UV radiation in the healthcare...

Global industry analysts’ predictions indicate that the global disinfectants market will reach $2.9 billion by 2017, driven by increased focus on hygiene and growing concerns over the spread of infectious diseases both at home and in public places. Rising demands in...

The global sterilization equipment market topped $3 billion in 2012 and will grow to reach an estimated $4.2 billion by 2017, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. Steam sterilization, despite being the oldest method, is still the most preferred in a health...

The market for disposable medical gloves will be worth $4 billion by 2017, according to projections from a report published by Global Industry Analysts (GIA). The report cites rising emphasis on health, occupational safety and hygiene among health care workers as...

Data suggests that a surgical item is retained in as many as one in every 1,500 chest or abdominal surgical procedures. It’s well known that retained surgical items (RSIs) lead to inefficiency, increased costs and adverse effects for the patient. According to CMS...

According to MarketResearch.com, the availability of advanced anesthetic equipment will generate growth in the global market through 2014, at a predicted rate of 7.2 percent per year. Other trends cited in the study include consolidation via mergers and acquisitions...