Rise in Incidence of Traumatic Injuries Coupled with Increase in Geriatric Population Drives Spain Advanced Wound Care Market
Wound care and wound dressing have broad applications in traumatic injuries. According to data provided by National Road Safety Profile published by European Commission, ~1,370 deaths were reported due to traffic accidents in Spain in 2020. As per the data released by ‘DIRECTORATE-GENERAL FOR TRAFFIC’ in 2021, Spain recorded ~1,533 deaths due to road accidents. These accidents often cause severe injuries and blood loss. Individuals affected in accidents require immediate medical attention and sometimes surgical intervention for immediate relief. Therefore, an increase in road accidents across the country boosts the demand for advanced wound dressing products.
According to the Spanish National Statistics Institute, ~20% of the total population of Spain was aged about 65 years in 2022. Older adults are more prone to traumatic wounds than younger people due to the increase in incidents of falls with age. Also, the effect of wounds on quality of life is particularly deep in the geriatric population. The process of traumatic wound healing is slow in the aging population due to the basic biology underlying traumatic wounds and the influence of age-associated changes on wound healing. Therefore, the rise in demand for advanced wound care products due to the increase in a number of traumatic injury cases in the geriatric population drives the Spain advanced wound care market growth.
Chronic wound is the type of wound that proceeds through an orderly and timely process that produces anatomic and functional integrity within 3 months, or that has proceeded through the repair process without establishing a sustained, anatomic and functional result. Rise in the prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and other autoimmune disorders is burdening the healthcare system in Spain. Chronic diseases directly affect the body’s ability to heal. Diabetes and immunodeficiency conditions are among the most detrimental conditions that can lead to diabetic wounds. Diabetes is the chronic disease that is most commonly identified and associated as a risk factor for hospital-acquired and facility pressure injuries. The disease adversely affects the immune system, causing infections to be more common and causing wounds. It is one of the most significant global health emergencies of the 21st century. As per the article ‘Diabetes Incidence Rising in Spanish Youth’, Spain has the second highest number of diabetes patients in Europe. According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), about 5.14 million people in Spain were affected by diabetes in 2021, and the count is expected to increase to 5.6 million by 2045. As per the article ‘Diabetes Incidence Rising in Spanish Youth’, ~23.3% of people aged 16 years and below are overweight, and 17.3% are obese. Diabetes negatively affects many parts of the body, especially the feet. Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are sores that develop on the feet, and they can develop even from seemingly trivial injuries to the feet. DFU is a common cause of amputation due to diabetes. Thus, the rising prevalence of chronic diseases that increase the number of wound cases fuels the growth of the Spain advanced wound care market.
Market Segmentation:
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Spain advanced wound care market analysis are dressings, application, and end user.
Based on dressings, the Spain advanced wound care market is segmented into film dressings, hydrogel dressings, alginate dressings, silver dressings, hydrocolloid dressings, post-operative dressings, foam dressings, superabsorbent dressings, wound contact layers, and others. The foam dressings segment held the largest market share in 2023. Foam dressings are made of semipermeable polyurethane and have a hydrophobic outer layer. The dressing is suitable for moderate to high amounts of exudate wounds. It maintains a moist environment that helps heal the wound and traps bacteria and other contaminants. Foam dressings are applied to abrasions, incisions, lacerations, pressure ulcers, draining wounds, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, traumatic wounds, and dry or necrotic wounds. The outer layer of the dressing may be waterproof or hydrophobic. Foam dressings are available in various sizes and shapes.
By application, the market is categorized into surgical wounds, burns, traumatic wounds, ulcers, and others. The ulcers segment held the largest share of the Spain advanced wound care market in 2023. Ulcers are sores or eroded areas that are located in the lining of the stomach or duodenum. Ulcers, if left untreated, can cause problems such as significant pain and severe bleeding. Recent medical advances have increased understanding of ulcer formation. Improved and expanded treatment options are also available for ulcer treatment. The types of ulcers are diabetic foot ulcer, venous leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, and arterial ulcers. Rising prevalence of chronic diseases in Spain leads to an increase in the number of ulcer cases. Owing to these factors, the Spain advanced wound care market for the ulcers segment witnesses growth at a considerable rate.
Based on end user, the Spain advanced wound care market is divided into hospitals and clinics, ambulatory care centers, wound care centers, and others. The hospitals and clinics segment held the largest market share in 2023. Hospitals are the essential parts of the healthcare system of Spain. Hospitals provide comprehensive healthcare and medical services to patients suffering from acute and chronic wounds. The increasing incidence of venous leg ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers and the rising number of surgical wound cases drive the Spain advanced wound care market growth for the hospitals and clinics segment. Clinics provide treatment for patients affected by chronic and complex wounds. Using the latest technologies and methods, care is provided by specialized surgeons who aim to reduce pain while providing effective treatment in clinics. The processes are internationally certified, and complications can be kept to a minimum. Since clinics use advanced technologies, effective treatment leads to the growth of the market for the segment.
Spain Advanced Wound Care Market: Competitive Landscape and Key Developments
Apart from factors driving the market, the Spain Advanced Wound Care Market report emphasizes prominent players operating in the market; these include Smith & Nephew Plc, B Braun SE, Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corp, Convatec Group Plc, 3M Co, Molnlycke Health Care AB, Paul Hartmann AG, Laboratoires Urgo (Urgo Medical), Cardinal Health Inc, Medtronic Plc, Coloplast Corp, Essity AB, Histocell, and Scapa Group Ltd. market players focus on expanding and diversifying their businesses and acquiring novel customer bases, which allows them to explore attractive business opportunities prevailing in the Spain advanced wound care market.