Pediatric Mask Market
The pediatric mask market was experiencing significant growth, driven by various factors such as an increasing prevalence of respiratory disorders and a surge in training programs for healthcare providers. Additionally, increasing awareness about various respiratory disorders is expected to contribute to market growth. Moreover, the growing demand for single-use pediatric masks is expected to create ample opportunities in the coming years.
Increasing Training Programs for Healthcare Providers Fuels Pediatric Mask Market Growth
The increasing prevalence of respiratory conditions among children has propelled the number of emergency visits to healthcare institutions. Pediatric anatomy is slightly different from an adult and requires special care during the treatment. To ensure a positive outcome, various programs are conducted by different organizations and institutions to provide knowledge about pediatric care and management of respiratory conditions in emergency situation. Simulation-based training programs designed to ensure a child’s recovery and reduction in child mortality are being organized due to growing instances of respiratory conditions. For instance, The Government of South Africa started the program “Helping Babies Breath Programme,” a simulation-based training program, initiated by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Several hospitals in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, escalated the training of their healthcare providers (HCPs) on immediate care of newborns at birth using HBB in 2016. It trains the healthcare providers (HCPs) on the resuscitation of neonates to assist them with bag-mask ventilation (BMV) at the first minute of life to help them breathe. Implementing this training program has reduced early neonatal mortality rates (ENMRs) and fresh stillbirth rates (FSBR) in South Africa. Thus, surging simulation-based training programs for healthcare professionals are driving the pediatric mask market.
Additionally, the rising number of hospitals, intensive care units (ICUs), clinics, and ambulatory surgical centers is accelerating the demand for pediatric masks. For instance, according to the American Hospital Association report, there were 6,120 hospitals in the US in 2024 as compared to 6,090 hospitals in 2021, including community hospitals, non-federal psychiatric hospitals, and federal government hospitals. Furthermore, government authorities and healthcare institutions are implementing various initiatives to increase asthma awareness and prevent the spread of the disease. For instance, the National Asthma Control Program (NACP) launched by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is striving to increase awareness regarding asthma. The program conducts asthma surveillance and research to combat disease. Thus, the increasing prevalence of respiratory disorders among children and the growing number of healthcare organizations are driving the pediatric mask market growth.
The modality segment is bifurcated into disposable and reusable. The disposable segment accounts for the major market share and is likely to register a higher CAGR during the forecast period. Disposable pediatric masks are single-use types that help reduce the risk of cross-contamination. The masks allow ventilator application for spontaneously breathing patients who require respiratory support through noninvasive ventilation (NIV). Janus is a disposable mask that supports ventilation by NIV without removing the probe or interrupting the examination. The mask consists of two halves fixed in the upper extremity that is free in the lower so that it can be opened and closed easily around the probe. The mask can be used by clinicians in ICU, emergency departments, and other wards. The use of these masks does not require a ventilator as an effective respiratory support, and it can be easily delivered through manual bag ventilation with oxygen. These masks can be used to maintain or improve arterial oxygenation during various procedures in patients who have a risk of hypoxemia. Therefore, the rising requirement for high-quality disposable masks for patients who need NIV therapy propels the demand for disposable pediatric masks
Pediatric Mask Market: Competitive Landscape and Key Developments
Koninklijke Philips NV, ResMed Inc, BLS Systems Limited, Besmed Health Business Corp, Flexicare (Group) Limited, Sleepnet Corporation, Circadiance, Dynarex Corp, Intersurgical LtdArmstrong Medical Ltd, Ambu AS, SunMed Group Holdings LLC (AirLife), Dragerwerk AG & Co KGaA, and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd are a few key companies operating in the market. These companies focus on product innovation strategies to meet evolving customer demands, along with maintaining their brand name in the pediatric mask market.
As per company press releases, a few recent developments initiated in the global pediatric mask market report are mentioned below:
- In August 2024, a leading pediatric hospital in the United States partnered with Sleepnet Corporation to introduce the Mini Me 2 Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) mask. This case explores the motivations behind this collaboration, the implementation process, and the outcomes achieved.
- In May 2023, SunMed acquired Vyaire Medical’s (“Vyaire”) business unit that manufactures and markets respiratory and anesthesia consumables. Through the combination, SunMed is creating a leading manufacturer wholly dedicated to airway management and operative care with a more comprehensive offering for practitioners, serving as a one-stop source for the highest-quality consumable respiratory and anesthesia medical products that support the best outcomes for patients.
