Pressure ulcers, also known as pressure sores, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue, primarily caused by prolonged pressure on the surface.
They are most common in body parts such as heels, elbows, hips, and base of the spine.
They usually affect people with mobility disorders. Diabetes is also known to be a contributing factor to the onset of this disease.
Global Pressure Ulcers market report segments the market by treatment type, distribution channel and by region.
By treatment type, the market is divided into medications, surgical procedure, and other therapies depending on the severity of ulcers.
o Medication segment further includes antibacterial drugs and analgesics to treat infections and relieve pain.
o The surgical procedure involves the removal of dead tissues by a process called debridement.
Regionally, the market is segmented into five major regions, namely North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW.
o North America will dominate the market owing to relatively higher awareness.
o In the US, nearly 2.5 million individuals are affected by pressure ulcers.
o Asia-Pacific is estimated to emerge as the fastest growing market attributed to improving healthcare infrastructure.
The Pressure Ulcers Market Scope of the report
The report also profiles the following companies of Pressure Ulcers market ArjoHuntleigh, AB, Covidien PLC, Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc, Invacare Corporation, Stryker Corporation, Talley Group Limited, Paramount Bed Holdings Co., Ltd. and among others.
By Treatment Type
Medications
Surgical Procedure
Other Therapies
By Distribution Channel
Hospital
Nursing Home
Home Use
By Region
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, Rest of Asia Pacific)
Europe (Germany, France, The UK, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
North America (The USA, Canada, Mexico)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
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