Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market by Probe Type (Convex Transducer, Linear, and TEE), Product (Consumable and Instrument), Process (High-Level and Low-Level), End-user (Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, and Hospitals), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global ultrasound probe disinfection market size was valued at USD 499.7 Million in 2022 and is estimated to reach USD 1477.4 Million by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 12.80% during the forecast period, 2023-2031. Rising number of hospital-associated infections (HAIs) and the increasing number of ultrasound procedures are propelling the market.
An ultrasound probe is a device used to view the internal organs of the body with the help of sound waves. Ultrasound probes are accessible in different shapes and sizes for use in the body organs and are prone to bacterial infection, as they are kept in open surroundings. Disinfection of ultrasound probes is a standard process by manually making them wet in a hygienic solution.
Ultrasound probes are used in high-level disinfection procedures. Ultrasound probe disinfection guidelines and patient care sterilization tools are continuously upgraded with technological advancement. High level disinfection of ultrasound probes is conducted through technological solutions.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a positive effect on the ultrasound probe disinfection market, owing to the rising demand for medical supplies. Moreover, the immediate rise in the COVID-19 infection rate affected the market positively, as ultrasound probe disinfection systems prohibit the risk of infection among patients and doctors.
Rising number of COVID positive cases led to an increase in hospital supplies such as mask, gloves, and disinfecting equipment. Manufacturers of these supplies registered huge demand in their business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Dynamics
Major Drivers
Increasing number of old age people receiving special care is driving the market, as the elderly are highly prone to infections. Technological advancement, especially in the healthcare sector, for effective medication and security & safety of patients, is estimated to drive the market.
Existing Restraints
Hospitals in emerging countries cannot afford to buy automated probe reprocessors to conduct high level disinfection of ultrasound probes, due to their high cost. The estimated cost of a UV-C disinfector is USD 15,000 to USD 35,000, whereas an automated reprocessor costs around USD 10,000 to USD 15,000. The use of consumables and automated reprocessors is low in developing countries, owing to their high cost. Low awareness regarding disinfection and absence of rules and regulations for using disinfectants prior to the procedure are projected to hamper the market growth.
Emerging Opportunities
Rapidly growing number of pregnancies and childbirth around the world is estimated to create opportunities in the market. According to a report from the World Health Organization, countries such as India and China accounted for the highest number of preterm births with 20.0 Million and 12.0 Million births, respectively, in 2020. High requirement for ultrasound procedures during pregnancy is creating opportunities in the ultrasound probe disinfection market in the forecast period.
Scope of Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Report
The market includes an assessment of the market trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Probe Type (Convex Transducer, Linear, and TEE), Product (Consumable and Instrument), Process (High-Level and Low-Level), and End-user (Clinics, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, and Hospitals) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
CIVCO Medical Solutions; CS Medical LLC; Tristel Plc; Parker Laboratories, Inc.; Metrex Research, LLC.; Germitec; and Nanosonics |
Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Segment Insights
Probe Type Segment Analysis
Based on probe type, the ultrasound probe disinfection market is divided into convex transducer, linear, and TEE. The convex transducer segment accounts for a key share of the market during the forecast period. Convex transducers are used for abdominal diagnosis, obstetrics diagnosis, and vascular and nerve diagnosis. It has a curved shape, allowing a broad view of the place to be scanned.
Convex transducers need appropriate storage and proper disinfection. Linear probes are extremely precise and safe. They offer high-quality imaging results and are known as vascular probes. These probes help in saving time, owing to easy usage and low maintenance.
Product Segment Analysis
In terms of product, the ultrasound probe disinfection market is divided into consumable and instrument. The instrument segment is expected to hold a key share of the market in the coming years. Instruments used in ultrasound probe disinfection systems are priced more than consumables. Transducer storage cabinets, UV-C disinfectors, and manual and automated reprocessors are some instruments used in ultrasound procedures.
Process Segment Analysis
On the basis of process, the market is divided into high-level and low-level. The high-level segment accounts for a key share of the market, as it is an essential part of ultrasound procedures. High-level disinfection (HLD) removes microorganisms from hospital instruments. High level disinfection of ultrasound probes needs strong chemical materials, thus, it is essential to perform proper disinfection of probes to avoid unwanted repercussions.
End-user Segment Analysis
Based on end-user, the market is segmented into clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and hospitals. The hospital segment is anticipated to expand at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period.
Demand for ultrasound procedures in hospitals is driving the segment. Ultrasound devices are used for medical imaging and allow doctors to see problems related to organs and vessels without making a cut. Moreover, proper disinfection of the transducer is essential after every imaging procedure. Therefore, the hospital staff needs to conduct proper disinfection of the transducers, which propels the disinfection of ultrasound probes.
Regional Analysis
In terms of region, the global market is fragmented into Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to account for a key share of the market during the forecast period, owing to the highly-established medical infrastructure and the existence of large market players.
Increasing demand for high-level disinfectants and the rising number of abdominal, transrectal, and transvaginal procedures are fueling the market in the region. Moreover, the demand for automated probe reprocessors is rising to reduce the prevalence of healthcare-associated infections (HAI).
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Forecast
4.5.1. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast by Types
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
5.3. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
5.3.1. Convex Transducer
5.3.2. Linear
5.3.3. TEE
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Types
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Types
6. Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast by End Users
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
6.3. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
6.3.1. Clinics
6.3.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
6.3.3. Hospitals
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by End Users
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by End Users
7. Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1. Market Trends
7.2. Introduction
7.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
7.3. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
7.3.1. North America
7.3.2. Latin America
7.3.3. Europe
7.3.4. Asia Pacific
7.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
7.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
7.6. Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. North America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.2. North America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. U.S.
8.2.2. Canada
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. North America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
8.4.1. Convex Transducer
8.4.2. Linear
8.4.3. TEE
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
8.7. North America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
8.7.1. Clinics
8.7.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
8.7.3. Hospitals
8.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
8.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
8.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.10.1. By Country
8.10.2. By Product Type
8.10.3. By Application
8.11. North America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Latin America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Latin America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Brazil
9.2.2. Mexico
9.2.3. Rest of Latin America
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Latin America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
9.4.1. Convex Transducer
9.4.2. Linear
9.4.3. TEE
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
9.7. Latin America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
9.7.1. Clinics
9.7.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
9.7.3. Hospitals
9.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
9.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
9.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.10.1. By Country
9.10.2. By Product Type
9.10.3. By Application
9.11. Latin America Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Europe Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Europe Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. Germany
10.2.2. France
10.2.3. Italy
10.2.4. U.K.
10.2.5. Spain
10.2.6. Russia
10.2.7. Rest of Europe
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Europe Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
10.4.1. Convex Transducer
10.4.2. Linear
10.4.3. TEE
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
10.7. Europe Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
10.7.1. Clinics
10.7.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
10.7.3. Hospitals
10.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
10.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
10.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.10.1. By Country
10.10.2. By Product Type
10.10.3. By Application
10.11. Europe Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Asia Pacific Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Asia Pacific Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. China
11.2.2. Japan
11.2.3. South Korea
11.2.4. India
11.2.5. Australia
11.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Asia Pacific Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
11.4.1. Convex Transducer
11.4.2. Linear
11.4.3. TEE
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
11.7. Asia Pacific Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
11.7.1. Clinics
11.7.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
11.7.3. Hospitals
11.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
11.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
11.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.10.1. By Country
11.10.2. By Product Type
11.10.3. By Application
11.11. Asia Pacific Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Middle East & Africa Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Analysis and Forecast
12.1. Introduction
12.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
12.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
12.2. Middle East & Africa Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
12.2.1. Saudi Arabia
12.2.2. South Africa
12.2.3. UAE
12.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
12.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.4. Middle East & Africa Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
12.4.1. Convex Transducer
12.4.2. Linear
12.4.3. TEE
12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
12.7. Middle East & Africa Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
12.7.1. Clinics
12.7.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers
12.7.3. Hospitals
12.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
12.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
12.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
12.10.1. By Country
12.10.2. By Product Type
12.10.3. By Application
12.11. Middle East & Africa Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
13. Competition Landscape
13.1. Global Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market: Market Share Analysis
13.2. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Distributors and Customers
13.3. Ultrasound Probe Disinfection Market: Competitive Dashboard
13.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
13.4.1. CIVCO Medical Solutions
13.4.2. CS Medical LLC
13.4.3. Tristel Plc
13.4.4. Parker Laboratories, Inc.
13.4.5. Metrex Research, LLC.
13.4.6. Germitec
13.4.7. Nanosonics