Market Overview
Surgical blades, scalpels, and cutters are commonly used in most surgical procedures and are generally meant for single-use, and are disposable. Surgical scalpel blades are handles fitted with surgical blades and handles made from plastic and ergonomically designed.
Market Summary
| CAGR | High |
| Size Available for Years | 2021-2030 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2031 |
| Data Availability | Value (US$ ) |
| Segments Covered | Product , Material, End-user and Region |
| Regions Covered | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and Middle East & Africa |
| Fastest Growing Region | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Region | North America |
| Report Insights Covered | Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and Acquisitions, New Type Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, Porter’s Analysis, Pricing Analysis, Regulatory Analysis, Supply-Chain Analysis and Other key Insights. |
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Market Dynamics
An increase in the number of surgeries and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, & cardiovascular diseases will drive the forecast period's surgical blades & scalpels market.
An increase in the number of surgeries will drive the surgical blades & scalpels market
Since the onset of 'modern' surgery, scalpel is an essential dermatological tool used for making skin incisions, tissue dissections, and various surgical approaches. Scalpel blades come in different sizes, identified by a blade number and each serves different purpose. These are made of hardened-tempered stainless or high-carbon steel.They are vitally important and must be held to the highest standards of excellence. In addition, these blades require a tremendous amount of sharpness to cut human tissue effectively.
Of the 313 million procedures undertaken worldwide each year, only 6 percent occur in the poorest countries, where over one-third of the world's population lives .6 Low operative volumes are associated with higher case-fatality rates from common, treatable surgical conditions.
Increased prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, & cardiovascular diseases will drive the surgical blades & scalpels market in the forecast period
The global diabetes prevalence in 2019 is estimated to be 9.3% (463 million people), rising to 10.2% (578 million) by 2030 and 10.9% (700 million) by 2045. According to estimation from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), in 2018, there were 17.0 million new cancer cases and 9.5 million cancer deaths worldwide. One of the leading cause of death globally are Ccrdiovascular diseases (CVDs) . Approximately 17.9 million people died from CVDs in 2019, representing 32% of all global deaths. Of these deaths, 85% were due to heart attack and stroke.
The Canady Helios Cold Plasma System Scalpel is made up of a cold plasma generator which connects to an electrosurgical scalpel shaped like a pen, which sprays a blue jet of cold plasma from its tip. Previous tests show that exposing cancer cells to this jet for about two to seven minutes effectively kills them without harming healthy cells. And now, technology has leaped over the next major hurdle. Having previously been used in FDA-approved compassionate cases, the FDA has now approved the device for use in phase I clinical trials of 20 patients.
Risks associated with surgical scalpels and mismanagement of them will hamper the market
Scalpel cuts carry risks associated with acquiring various kinds of bacterial and viral infections from soft tissues and contagious body fluids of the cadavers. According to the study, the highest risk for HVB infection was amongst surgeons and pathologists (about 6%). Along with the performance issues of safety scalpels, there is a potential risk of injuries associated with the deployment and accidental detachment of the blade from the safety scalpel device. There are reports of disengagement of the blades and consequential injuries to nurses on duty within ORs. Scalpel injuries represent a multi-faceted risk as they cause mechanical injury and expose both the injured worker and the patient to the risk of contracting the blood-borne infection. In addition, the sequelae of scalpel injuries are time-consuming, emotionally fraught, and potentially expensive for the people and institutions involved.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis On Market
COVID-19 had a significant impact on surgical care sector. The reduction in the beds and the operating room capacity have lead to considerable delays in urgent and semi-elective surgical interventions. Hence, decreasing the incidence of surgeries has affected surgical blades & scalpels market.
Market Segment Analysis
The stainless steel blades segment will dominate the surgical blades & scalpels market
Stainless steel is considered as a popular material for knife blades because it is easy to maintain and resists corrosion. However, it may or may not be impervious to corrosion or rust. For a steel to be considered as stainless, it must have a chromium content of at least 10.5%.Stainless steel has a strength-to-weight advantage while compared to other materials. Because of its durable and corrosion-resistant nature stainless steel is a force to reckon with. Thus allowing the knife to be of reduced thickness, making the blade more economical. They are extremely strong and durable. Surgical stainless steel are widely used for orthopedic implants.
ELECTROMEDICS' FAS-CLEAN Electrosurgical Coated Active Blade is a single-use, sterile,
stainless steel coated blade The insulated polyethylene sleeve and Emralon coated stainless steel blade are the main parts of the device . The device has been designed to comply with the sterilization of health care products.
The sterile material segment will dominate the market
Disposable scalpel blades are razor-sharp, come in various shapes, have many uses like surgery and gross dissection. These scalpels have a reusable handle and scalpel blades which are disposable and are usually sold separately. They are sterile, individually packaged blades designed for single use. Used blades should be disposed of properly. They are safe, hygienic and provide medical staff better protection against various infections.
The hospital segment has dominated the market
An increase in the number of surgeries, the number of skilled healthcare workers, and the proper availability of instruments in hospitals will drive the market. In an operating room setting, the proper surgical tools, including everything from instruments, surgical lighting are just as critical as the expertise and techniques of surgical teams. For example, having the suitable surgical scalpel blades for specific procedures can make a huge difference in the surgical team's success and ensure patients' best possible outcome.
Market Geographical Share
North America has dominated the market
The increasing prevalence of the cardiac disorder, improved healthcare system, and growing adoption of advanced surgical tools and devices will drive the market in this region.
According to a new cardiac surgery market study by iData Research, the number of cardiac surgeries exceeds 900,000 procedures each year in the United States. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. In addition, there are about 500,000 open-heart surgeries performed each year. It is most often used for complicated procedures, such as coronary artery bypass or complex procedures to the aorta or the heart itself.
In the healthcare field with over 100 years of trusted results, Bard-Parker® is a well-recognized leader in the Surgical Blades and Scalpel market in the U.S and Canada.
Surgical Blades and Scalpels Companies
Some of the major players in the surgical blades & scalpels market are Swann-Morton Limited, PL Medical Co., Hill-Rom, LLC, Beaver-Visitec International, VOGT Medical, Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC., B. Braun Melsungen AG, Kai Industries Co., Ltd., Huaiyin Medical Instruments Co., Ltd, Havel's, Inc., MYCO Medical, Inc., Medicom; Cincinnati Surgical Company, Inc., SouthMedic; Surgical Specialties Corporation, Shanghai Sun-Shore Medical Instruments Co., Ltd., Qingdao Sinoland Medical Technology Co., Ltd. and Anhui Intrag Medical Techs Co., Ltd.
Swann-Morton Limited
Overview: Swann-Morton is a world leader in manufacturing scalpels, surgical blades and handles. It is a name respected globally for quality, precision, consistency, and reliability and is recognized for combining traditional blade-making skills with the latest technology.
Product Portfolio: The company comprises a wide range of products consisting of around 70 individual blades shapes and 30 different handles. They are also used by healthcare professionals such as G.P.s, Nurses, and Paramedics along with practitioners in the associated fields of Veterinary surgery, Dentistry and Podiatry.
Key Development: "NEW" Qlicksmart BladeFlask EVO is coming soon to the UK market, available through Swann-Morton which can accommodate more types of scalpel handles and blades, including large autopsy scalpels, thick and round handles, even hexagonal shaped versions giving greater freedom in using any scalpel one may want.
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