The Global Market for Operating Tables is Projected to Reach US$982.9 Million by 2022

Robust Increase in Global Volume of Surgeries Against the Backdrop of Rising Disease Burden to Drive the Operating Tables Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

GIA launches comprehensive analysis of industry segments, trends, growth drivers, market share, size and demand forecasts on the global Operating Tables market. The global market for Operating Tables is projected to reach US$982.9 million by 2022, driven by robust increase in global volume of surgeries performed against the backdrop of growing disease burden and the popularity of surgical care and intervention as the preferred treatment mode guided by developments in minimally invasive surgeries and improvements in surgical outcomes such as reduced post-operative morbidity.  

Operation rooms are undergoing significant transformation world over, with OR designs, concepts and technologies witnessing continuous improvements as hospitals strive to build state-of-the-art operating rooms. Conventional operating room equipment therefore are being replaced with more advanced versions, as hospitals focus on providing better surgical outcomes for patients, improve efficiency and productivity of surgeons, and gain higher returns on their investment. Operating tables, which represent the centerpiece of operating rooms, are witnessing steady growth worldwide. Growing and aging population, increasing prevalence of chronic conditions requiring surgery and growing obese population are driving the number of surgeries carried out each year that are stretching the capacity of existing hospitals. As a result, there is a steady increase in the average number of operating rooms per hospital. With healthcare expenditure on the rise, and cost curtailment constantly gaining importance from payers, government and patients, the importance and need for more ambulatory care centers is also picking up. These additional surgical centers are creating new demand for operating tables. In tandem with rising number, complexity of surgical procedures is increasing thereby changing patient and surgeons’ needs with regards to operating tables. A wide range of operating tables are emerging in the market, fueling their adoption.

In a bid to keep pace with changing needs, manufacturers are making substantial investments in product R&D. Technological advancements are in turn driving replacement sales. Manufacturing user-friendly tables is emerging to be the key area of focus. In this regard, tables with specialized attachments that allow surgeons to conveniently make adjustments according to the needs of the procedure are growing in prominence. Technological advances in ancillary areas of surgical robotics and hybrid operating rooms are also fueling development of operating tables suited for these technologies and environments. Hybrid operating tables feature free floating tilt and cradle capabilities that make it suitable for multiple types of surgical procedures such as cardiovascular, endovascular and neurovascular interventions. These tables also offer seamless integration with imaging equipment. There is a strong demand for tables that enable accessibility to C-arms for use in minimally invasive procedures. Further, advancements in digital imaging, IT and communications, and robotics which are bringing about enhancements in surgical procedures and methods are also aiding market growth by fueling demand for sophisticated operation theater tables.

As stated by the new market research report on Operating Tables, the United States represents the largest market worldwide supported by higher healthcare expenditure, superior healthcare infrastructure, large baby boomer population, high volume of surgical procedures and larger appetite for innovative solutions. Asia-Pacific is forecast to emerge as the fastest growing market with a CAGR of 5% through the analysis period, led by factors such as growing incomes, rising standard of living, improving healthcare infrastructure, rising healthcare awareness and the resulting demand for high quality medical services, spurt in medical tourism in low cost Asian countries, and increased hospital investments in technologies and equipment that improve surgeon productivity and lower overall surgery time. General Operating Tables continue to lead the market in terms of sales, while Specialty Operating Tables, such as image-guided surgery tables, ortho/spine tables and orthopedic tables are projected to outstrip the segment in terms of growth.

Major players covered in the report include AGA Sanitätsartikel GmbH, ALVO Medical sp. z o.o., Denyers International Pty. Ltd., Eschmann Equipment, Getinge Group, MAQUET, medifa-hesse GmbH & Co. KG, Merivaara Oy, Mizuho Corporation, Schaerer Medical AG, Skytron, LLC, Steris Corp., Stille AB, Stryker Corporation, and TRUMPF Medizin Systeme GmbH+ CO. KG among others. 

The research report titled “Operating Tables: A Global Strategic Business Report” announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, issues, drivers, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities of global companies. The report provides market estimates and projections for Operating Tables in US$ terms for all major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, India and Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil and Rest of Latin America) and Rest of World. The report also analyzes the global and regional markets for Operating Tables by the product segments – General Operating Tables and Specialty Operating Tables.  

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