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Surgical Gloves Market Trends

Report ID: GMI4534
Published Date: Aug 2024
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Surgical Gloves Market Trends

The increasing awareness regarding cross-contamination and contagious diseases is significantly impacting the adoption of surgical gloves worldwide. Healthcare workers and institutions are becoming more familiar of the risks associated with cross-contamination and the transmission of infectious agents, leading to a greater emphasis on stringent hygiene practices.

With greater awareness of how easily infections can spread within healthcare settings, there has been a significant increase in the implementation of strict infection control protocols. This includes the mandatory use of surgical gloves during medical procedures, particularly in surgeries and invasive diagnostic processes.
Organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and various national health ministry run ongoing campaigns to educate the public and healthcare professionals about the importance of infection prevention.
For instance, the WHO’s annual World Hand Hygiene Day emphasizes proper hand hygiene practices, including the use of gloves, to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
Moreover, medical curriculum and continuing medical education (CME) programs for healthcare professionals emphasize infection control protocols, including the correct use of surgical gloves and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
Governments and health organizations frequently use media channels to broadcast PSAs that educate the public about the risks of infections and the importance of using protective measures, including gloves. These concerted efforts aim to ensure that healthcare professionals, patients, and the general public are well-informed about the critical role of surgical gloves in infection prevention, thereby supporting broader public health goals.

Authors: Mariam Faizullabhoy , Gauri Wani

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The surgical gloves industry was valued at USD 1.8 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to witness growth at a CAGR of 8.4% through 2032, attributed to an increasing number of surgical procedures, a substantial emphasis on infection prevention & control, and focus on better patient care.

The synthetic gloves segment held a dominant market share of 64.9% in 2023, as they also offer excellent resistance to punctures and chemicals, providing enhanced protection during surgical procedures.

North America surgical gloves market was valued at USD 572.3 million in 2023 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% through 2032, driven by advancements in healthcare infrastructure and a rising number of surgeries.

Dynarex Corporation, Erenler Medikal, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd., Leboo Healthcare Products Limited, Medline Industries, Inc., and Rubberex Corporation (M) Berhad among others.