Disposable Blood Pressure Cuffs Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Call Point (Physicians, Clinicians, Surgeons), By Call Point Type (Neonate, Adult), By Region And Segment Forecasts, 2022 - 2030

Report Overview

The global disposable blood pressure cuffs market size was valued at USD 249.77 million in 2021 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.02% from 2022. Increasing incidences of hypertension due to changing lifestyles are contributing to the disposable blood pressure (BP) cuffs market growth during the forecast period. Moreover, the demand for disposables BP cuffs is very high on account of the growing elderly population and increasing risk of lifestyle associated disorders among a wide population due to the rising incidences of obesity and sedentary lifestyle.

In addition, the increasing incidence of cross contaminations in healthcare facilities is another key contributing factor driving the market growth. As per World Health Organization (WHO), healthcare-associated infections Fact Sheet, hundreds of millions of patients are affected by HAIs worldwide each year. The aforementioned factors are attributed to the market growth over the forecast period. In 2020, the outbreak of COVID-19 caused by the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) has shown a positive impact on the market growth owing to the increasing usage of blood pressure monitors as well as increasing concerns about cross-contamination events caused due to coronavirus.

Reusable blood pressure cuffs are known to be among the primary sources of cross-contamination and facilitate the spread of COVID-19 infection and other healthcare-associated infections in healthcare settings. The use of disposable cuffs has been found to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections in several healthcare settings, thereby favoring the adoption of these devices. In addition, the need to control the spread of COVID-19 infection is anticipated to create huge growth opportunities for market players. For instance, in July 2020, Vancouver Coastal Health (regional health authority) swapped its reusable BP cuffs with disposable ones to limit the spread of COVID-19 infections, thereby increasing the demand for disposable blood pressure cuffs by its affiliated members. With such increasing demand for these devices globally, the market is projected to have significant growth during the forecast period.

Rising cases of HAIs are another significant factor anticipated to propel market growth during the forecast period. According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, out of every 100 hospitalized patients, 7 in developed and 10 in developing countries will acquire at least one HAIs. In addition, roughly 30% of patients in ICU are affected by at least one HAIs in high-income countries. Similarly, as per a report published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) in 2018, the prevalence of HAIs in European countries was around 7.1%. It was also reported that around 4,131,000 patients suffer from HAIs each year in Europe. Such cases are expected to increase the demand for disposable BP cuffs. Hence, hospitals and other healthcare facilities are seeking the adoption of disposable BP cuffs to curb the infection rate in medical facilities. Thereby contributing towards the market growth.

Moreover, the rising elderly population in both developed and developing nations is further promoting the market growth. For instance, World Population Prospects of 2019 stated that by 2050, 1 in 6 people will be over the age of 65, up from 1 in 11 in 2019. According to the estimates published by the United Nations in 2019, there were 703 million individuals aged 65 years or above worldwide 2019, and this number is projected to double to 1.5 billion by 2050. During 2019 and 2050, 9 out of 10 countries with the largest percentage point increase in the share of older persons in the world will be in Eastern and South-Eastern Asia. For instance, Japan provides potential growth opportunities to this market due to the presence of the highest geriatric population in the country. As the growing aging population is more susceptible to chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, and hypertension, therefore, are expected to bolster market growth during the forecast period.

Additionally, high blood pressure has been anticipated to be a major risk factor for hemorrhagic stroke and coronary heart diseases in this decade. According to World Health Organization (WHO), around one in four men and one in five women live with hypertension. The World Health Organization (WHO) also states that hypertension is more prevalent in low- and middle-income countries, for instance, the African region has the highest prevalence of hypertension (27%), and North America has the lowest (18%). Hypertension, besides being the most prevalent, is also the leading cause of cardiovascular disease, premature mortality, and disability. It poses a significant economic burden. All the aforementioned facts are expected to drive growth in the near future. Nature Review states that awareness pertaining to hypertension and its treatment & management is significantly low in middle-income countries.

The U.S. dominated the market with the highest shares of 88.71% in 2021. Government initiatives to encourage the adoption of disposable medical supplies in order to prevent infections in healthcare facilities is the key factor responsible for the growth of the market in this country. Moreover, the high prevalence of hypertension, coupled with high expenditure to manage the condition, is anticipated to drive market growth in the country.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 116 million or 47% of adults in the country had hypertension in 2019, and high BP was the primary cause of death for around 516,955 U.S. residents in the same year. These factors are expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Furthermore, advancement such as the availability of disposable BP cuffs in different sizes and colors for accurate BP readings is anticipated to drive the market growth. Manufacturers refocused on the development of cost-effective, innovative, and easy-to-use products. The improvement in BP cuffs such as Flexiport BP Cuffs by Welch Allyn is expected to boost the usage rates in the coming years. These BP cuffs do not have connectors & traditional cuff tubes and are easy to handle. The attached benefits of the use of these cuffs are presumed to fuel the market demand during the forecast period.

Product Type Insights

The adult disposable blood pressure cuffs led the market and accounted for more than 68.75% share of the global revenue in 2021. This can be attributed to the high disease prevalence in the adult population including elderly people. Hypertension & diabetes are the two prime factors contributing to the increasing prevalence of chronic disorders, such as cardiovascular disorders. Negative lifestyle habits, such as lack of physical activity & high consumption of alcohol, coupled with the rising number of smokers and an increasing obese population with dietary irregularities, are a few factors boosting the incidence of cardiovascular diseases and high risk of hypertension amongst adults. With the increasing prevalence of these diseases, the use of disposable BP cuffs is likely to grow during the study period.

Moreover, an increasing number of people in developing countries of APAC and Latin America, suffering from diabetes and hypertension are expected to provide this market with lucrative growth opportunities in the near future. Thus, rising hospitalization rates coupled with awareness about the importance of early diagnosis of hypertension and cardiac diseases are expected to boost the demand for disposable BP cuffs over the forecast period, thereby contributing to the segment growth.

The neonate disposable blood pressure cuffs segment is anticipated to witness the fastest growth at a CAGR of 12.63% over the forecast period owing to the increasing birth rates and rising awareness regarding infant health. For instance, according to World Health Organization (WHO), around 15 million babies are born prematurely every year, out of which 1 million die as a result of complications.

HAIs are also responsible for prolonged hospital stays of infants. Similarly, as per the UNICEF, around 25 million babies are born each year in India and account for nearly one-fifth of the world’s annual childbirths. However, every minute one of those babies dies owing to pre-maturity (35%), or neonatal infections (33%). This in turn has increased the demand for neonate disposable blood pressure cuffs in healthcare settings. In addition, improving accessibility to better pediatric facilities and an increasing number of awareness programs for child’s health are boosting the growth of this segment. 

Call Point Insights

The physician's segment led the disposable blood pressure cuffs market and accounted for more than 45.52% share of the global revenue in 2021. Physicians most commonly use BP cuffs, as a walk-in percentage of patients is greater in stand-alone clinics as compared to surgical hospitals. Primary care physicians or general practitioners provide comprehensive care to address any chronic, long-term conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease.

These physicians treat patients of all ages and are trained in adult medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics, geriatric medicine, and musculoskeletal care. For the primary diagnosis of any illness, physicians used to check blood pressure. BP measurement is the preliminary and standard way of assessing any chronic illness, hence BP monitors and related accessories are integral parts of general practitioners/ physicians and with the help of this instrument, they have a rough and primary analysis of the fitness of the patient in terms of cardiovascular, and hypertension. Hence, this segment is expected to grow at a significant rate over the forecast period.

Whereas the clinician's segment is expected to witness exponential growth at a 12.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) throughout the forecast period. This can be attributed to the rising significance of disposable BP cuffs in outpatient monitoring. In addition, a BP monitor is the most common clinical tool for nurses of all disciplines and experience levels in the clinics. It allows the practitioner to assess a patient's cardiac health during a physical assessment.

Nurses use BP machines as part of their normal work; they are not supposed to diagnose but are supposed to check patients multiple times a day and note down if there is something out of the usual. Similarly, physiotherapists are taught to take vital parameters like the blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiratory rate before & after giving exercises. Thus, such factors are likely to boost segment growth during the forecast period. Additionally, disposable BP cuffs facilitate early enhanced patient safety, thus deeming them suitable for usage in clinics.

Regional Insights

North America dominated the disposable blood pressure cuffs and accounted for the largest revenue share of 36.36% in 2021. Various government measures to reassure the use of single-use medical supplies to prevent infections, as well as the presence of prominent market participants in the region, are expected to help the region's growth. Furthermore, changing lifestyles and the rising geriatric population, which is prone to chronic diseases and requires BP monitoring devices for diagnosis & treatment of the diseases, are some of the factors contributing to the growth of this market. Moreover, a high level of awareness pertaining to the benefits of disposable BP cuffs amongst healthcare professionals, developed healthcare infrastructure, rising incidence of HAIs, and high risk of hypertension are the factors contributing to the market growth in the North America region.

Asia Pacific market is expected to register lucrative growth at a 12.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period owing to the high-untapped opportunities, low-cost raw materials, and increasing investments by manufacturers. Moreover, the cheaper cost of disposable BP cuffs is expected to provide the market with lucrative growth opportunities in the near future. In addition, emerging economies such as China, Japan, South Korea, and India are also expected to witness a considerable growth rate during the forecast period. For instance, China is a leading producer of low-cost electronic chips and products, which is expected to attract investors in the country as well as other Asian countries. The ease of doing business in the Asia Pacific region is high due to low manufacturing costs and easy availability of labor. These important factors are expected to aid regional market growth.

Key Companies and Market Share Insights

The disposable blood pressure cuffs market is facing intense competition amongst players as the products offered by manufacturers are price sensitive. Manufacturers who are operating from developing countries offer end products at comparatively low prices. In addition, rising demand for low cost & highly effective products is increasing from the consumer end. Thus, the aforementioned factors are expected to keep the competition at a high level. Furthermore, the development of user-friendly and sustainable products is expected to keep industry rivalry at a higher level. 

Key market participants are focusing on the development of innovative products in a probe to capture more market share and sustain the competition. For instance, in November 2018[7], SunTech Medical- a manufacturer of BP monitoring products, launched Small Adult PLUS BP cuff which could reduce inaccuracies in BP measurement. These cuffs are available in disposable, vinyl, or durable materials. This may increase the customer base and goodwill of the company. Some of the prominent players in the global disposable blood pressure cuffs market include

• GE Healthcare

• Philips

• SunTech Medical, Inc.

• Omron Healthcare, Inc.

• Spacelabs Healthcare Inc.

• American Diagnostic Corporation

• Hill-Rom Services

• Midmark

• Cardinal Health

• Medline Industries

Disposable Blood Pressure Cuffs Market Report Scope

Segments Covered in the Report

This report forecasts revenue growth and provides an analysis of the latest trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global disposable blood pressure cuffs market report based on call point, product type, and region: 

• Call Point Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Physicians

  • Clinicians

  • Surgeons

• Product Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Neonate Disposable Blood Pressure Cuffs

  • Adult Disposable Blood Pressure Cuffs

• Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • North America

    • U.S.

    • Canada

  • Europe

    • U.K.

    • Germany

    • France

    • Italy

    • Spain

  • Asia Pacific

    • Japan

    • China

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

  • Latin America

    • Brazil

    • Mexico

    • Argentina

    • Colombia

  • Middle East and Africa (MEA)

    • South Africa

    • Saudi Arabia

    • UAE