Veterinary Surgical Sutures Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and Outlook (2024-2031)

Global Veterinary Surgical Sutures Market is segmented By Type of Suture (Serotonin-Receptor Antagonists, Absorbable Sutures, Non-absorbable Sutures), By Animal Type (Large Animal, Small Animal), By Application (Soft Tissue Surgery, Gynecology, Urology Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Others), By End-User (Veterinary Hospitals, Veterinary Clinics, Others) and By Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031

Report Overview

The Global Veterinary Surgical Sutures Market reached US$ 178.6 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 284.7 million by 2031 growing with a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Sutures are used in a variety of veterinary procedures, holding the skin tissue together while it heals. Most commonly used in surgeries such as cardiovascular, orthopedic, and general surgeries, they can also be used to close wounds from injuries.

A surgical process that is implemented to connect the tissues and wounds in surgical operations or traumatic damages is called suturing. Sutures play an important role in veterinary surgery as they support tissue restoration and wound healing. 

Sutures in veterinary surgical operations are often preferred to close the tissues/wounds on skin, facia, and muscle, in digestive and urogenital system surgery, to stop the bleeding, and in cardiovascular surgery.

Market Scope

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Market Dynamics: Drivers

Rising pet population & pet ownership

The demand for the global veterinary surgical sutures market is driven by multiple factors. One of the primary factors is the rising pet population & pet ownership. The growing pet population has led to an increase in demand for surgical procedures, including orthopedic, neurosurgical, and cardiovascular surgeries. 

The rising number of pets has led to an increase in the adoption of advanced surgical techniques, such as minimally invasive surgery, which requires specialized sutures and instruments. The overall population of pet dogs in India was over 33 million in 2023. The population is likely to reach more than 51 million by 2028.  According to the global state of pet care stats, in September 2022, a growing pet population means a greater need for veterinary care.

Moreover, the growing pet ownership trend is driving the demand for veterinary care, including surgical procedures. As more people treat their pets as family members, they are willing to invest in high-quality veterinary care, including advanced surgical procedures.

Pet ownership is rising globally, particularly in millennial households, which tend to be smaller families and have children later in life. Pet ownership leads to improved human health outcomes for people including better heart health, lower levels of depression and anxiety, and more.

Restraints

Factors such as high cost of the procedure, lack of skilled veterinary surgeons, stringent regulatory requirements, lack of awareness among people, limited treatment options, limited healthcare infrastructure,  and post-surgical complications, are expected to hamper the market.

Market Segment Analysis

The global veterinary surgical sutures market is segmented based on the type of suture, animal type, application, end-user, and region.

The absorbable sutures segment accounted for approximately 64.4% of the global veterinary surgical sutures market share

The absorbable sutures segment is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period.  Absorbable surgical sutures are designed to dissolve or break down over time, eliminating the need for their removal. They are commonly used for closing internal wounds, such as those in the abdominal cavity, chest cavity, or skin. Absorbable sutures are typically made from synthetic materials, such as polyglycolic acid (PGA), polylactic acid (PLA), or glycolide-lactide copolymer (GLY).

Absorbable surgical sutures offer a convenient and effective solution for closing wounds and incisions in veterinary patients. With their biocompatibility, varying strengths and absorption rates, and minimal tissue reaction, they can be used in a wide range of applications.

Moreover, key players in the industry's technological advancements in the sutures would propel this segment's growth. As per MIT news in May 2023, engineers design sutures that can deliver drugs or sense inflammation The bioderived “smart sutures” could help patients heal after bowel resection or other types of surgery.

Market Geographical Share

North America accounted for approximately 42.9% of the global veterinary surgical sutures market share

North America region is expected to hold the largest market share over the forecast period. It has one of the highest rates of pet ownership globally. The ownership of cats and dogs has been steadily increasing across the globe, including in emerging economies.

According to the 2023-2024 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, 66% of U.S. households own a pet, which equates to 86.9 million households. More than half of the global population is estimated to have a pet at home. In the U.S., 70 percent of households owned a pet as of 2021 compared to 68 percent in 2016.

Moreover, a major number of key players' presence, a well-advanced healthcare system, and favorable regulatory guidelines would drive this market growth in this region. For instance, in April 2022, The FDA issued final guidance establishing the performance criteria for surgical sutures, allowing for clearance of devices through the Safety and Performance-Based Pathway. 

This new guidance involves Surgical Sutures—Performance Criteria for Safety and Performance-Based Pathway. Sutures that contain atypical or novel materials, animal materials, drug/biologic compounds, or unapproved color additives fall outside of the scope of this guidance. 

Market Segmentation

By Type of Suture

• Absorbable Sutures
• Non-absorbable Sutures

By Animal Type

• Large Animals
• Small Animals

By Application

• Soft Tissue Surgery 
• Gynecology
• Urology Surgery 
• Orthopedic Surgery 
• Others

By End-User

• Veterinary Hospital 
• Veterinary Clinics 
• Others

By Region

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • The rest of South America
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Middle East and Africa

Market Major Players

The major global players in veterinary surgical sutures include B. Braun Medical Ltd, Medtronic, CP Medical, Vitrex Medical A/S, Air-Tite Products Co., Inc., Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc., AIP Medical SA, Corza Medical, KATSAN Katgüt Sanayi ve Tic. A.Ş. and ProNorth Medical among others.

Key Developments

• In March 2023, Animus Surgical launched a new hydrogel wound sealant Membra which will offer a new way to manage open wounds and protect suture sites in various species.   Membra is a novel, transparent, non-toxic, biodegradable hydrogel membrane applied to the patient in a liquid form that sets to a 'solid' flexible gel that provides up to 14 days of wound coverage.

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