Global Ostomy Devices Market is forecasted to grow at a steady CAGR of 4-5% to reach $3.2 billion by 2026 : Medi-Tech Insights
An ostomy device is prosthetic medical equipment that gives a means for the collection of waste from a surgically diverted biological system (colon, ileum, and bladder) and the formation of a stoma. An ostomy may be necessary due to birth defects, bladder cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, obesity, and many other medical conditions. It can be categorized into three types colostomy, urostomy, and ileostomy. Increase in Utilization of Ostomy Drainage Bags Fuels the Ostomy Devices Market Growth An ostomy bag is primarily used to collect urine or stool post-surgery, depending on the type of surgery a patient undergoes. Nearly 1 in 500 Americans lives with an ostomy drainage bag. About 30% of people with UC will need ostomy bags at some point in time either temporarily or permanently. In some scenarios, such as the removal of the colon due to colon cancer , the usage of ostomy drainage bags may be permanent. Nowadays, bags and pouches are also very discreet and can...