Kidney Stone Management Devices Market Forecast 2023 - 2030

By Stone Type :

The stone type segment is categorized into calcium oxalate, uric acid, struvite, and cystine. In 2022, the calcium oxalate segment accounted for the highest market share in the overall kidney stone management devices market. Calcium oxalate is the most common type of kidney stone that is created when calcium combines with oxalate in the urine. Inadequate calcium and fluid intake, as well as other conditions, contribute to their formation. Additionally, dehydration from not drinking enough fluid, and a diet with high protein, oxalate, and sodium are some of the factors increasing the risk of calcium oxalate kidney stones.

However, the uric acid segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Uric acid stone is associated with metabolic syndrome. Increasing high purine diets such as red meat, organ meats, beer/alcoholic beverages, and meat-based gravies increases the risk of uric acid formation. Furthermore, increasing cases of obesity and diabetes among the population are expected to boost the demand for kidney stone management devices.

By Product Type :

The product type segment is categorized into lithotripters, stone retrieval devices, urinary stents, and others. In 2022, the lithotripters segment accounted for the highest market share in the kidney stone management devices market. Lithotripters are further categorized into ultrasonic, ballistic, combination lithotripters, and electrohydraulic lithotripters. Lithotripters are devices used to break down kidney stones into smaller fragments through the application of shock waves or laser energy.

Additionally, technological advancements and new product launches by market players have increased the effectiveness and safety of lithotripter devices. For instance, in 2021, Olympus Corporation announced the launch of LithoVue Empower Retrieval Deployment Device. The device is designed to facilitate the removal of kidney stones and improve the efficiency of lithotripsy procedures.

However, the stone retrieval devices segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Stone retrieval devices are useful for extracting the whole stone during the kidney stone treatment. Due to the advanced technology of stone retrieval devices, it is widely used in urology. Furthermore, the benefits associated with stone retrieval devices including the ease of use, noninvasive nature, and high efficiency in the treatment of stones is boosting the segment growth.

By Treatment Type :

The treatment type segment is categorized into shock wave lithotripsy (SWL), ureteroscopy (URS), percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PNL), and others. In 2022, the shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) segment accounted for the highest market share in the kidney stone management devices market. SWL is a nonsurgical technique for treating stones in the kidney using high-energy shock waves. Stones are broken into stone dust or fragments that are small enough to pass in the urine. The main advantage of this treatment is that it treats kidney stones without an incision. As a result, hospital stays and recovery time are reduced. For instance, a study by the National Centre for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), the study has shown that SWL can achieve a stone clearance rate of 82% to 90% and 58% to 67% for proximal/mid and distal ureteral stones, respectively.

However, the ureteroscopy (URS) segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Ureteroscopy is a preferred method for the treatment of small- to medium-sized kidney stones located in any part of the urinary tract. Due to advanced technology and a higher accuracy rate for identification and estimation of kidney stone location in patients, there is a wide adoption of ureteroscopy in kidney stone treatments. Furthermore, the high success rate of ureteroscopy (URS) procedure is likely to surge the market growth over the forecast period.

By End User :

The end user segment is categorized into hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and others. In 2022, the hospitals segment accounted for the highest market share of 43.25% in the overall kidney stone management devices market. Hospitals are a major end user of kidney stone management devices. These devices are used in the various departments within the hospitals including urology, nephrology, and surgery. Hospitals typically have specialized equipment and skilled healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat kidney stones effectively.

However, the specialty clinics segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Specialty clinics have advanced equipment and specialized care dedicated to urological procedures. As a result, the above mentioned factors contribute to the growth of the specialty clinic segment in the kidney stone management devices market in the forecasted period.

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By Region :

The regional segment includes North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America.

In 2022, North America accounted for the highest market share at 35.15% and was valued at USD 606.16 million, and is expected to reach USD 884.05 million in 2030. Owing to factors such as the adoption of minimally invasive techniques, advanced healthcare infrastructure, and favorable reimbursement policy. In North America, the U.S. accounted for the highest market share of 66.05% during the base year of 2022. This is due to the high prevalence of kidney stone diseases in the region. For instance, in 2021, according to an article published by the National Institute of Health (NIH), it is estimated that every year about 600,000 Americans suffer from kidney stones in the U.S.

Furthermore, Asia Pacific is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period, growing at a CAGR of 5.3% during 2023-2030. This is attributed to the large population base, increasing awareness about kidney stone management devices, and rising disposable income level contributing to the market gowth. Countries such as China, India, and Japan are major contributors to the growth of the market in the region.