Medical Device Cleaning Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Process (Disinfection, Automatic Cleaning), By End-User (Hospitals and Clinics, Diagnostic Centres), By Device Type (Hospitals and Clinics, Diagnostic Centres), By Region - Industry Forecast 2024-2031

Global Medical Device Cleaning Market size was valued at USD 18.65 billion in 2022 and is poised to grow from USD 20.63 billion in 2023 to USD 46.18 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.6% in the forecast period (2024-2031).

The global market for cleaning medical devices is experiencing steady growth, primarily driven by the increasing prevalence of Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs). HAIs, such as Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), Surgical Site Infections (SSIs), and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) infections, are common occurrences in hospitals. The high risk of infection from drug-resistant pathogens and other infectious agents in operating rooms is a major concern for healthcare facilities. For instance, the frequent use of urinary catheters increases the risk of UTIs, accounting for 25% of all bacterial infections according to research published in NCBI. Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are the most frequently occurring healthcare-associated infection globally, contributing to up to 40% of hospital-acquired infections in the U.S. each year.

Consequently, the demand for medical device cleaning is expected to grow. The rise in the prevalence of SSIs is also anticipated to drive the adoption of infection control measures. Research published in NIH indicates that SSIs account for 40% to 60% of infections. Implementation of infection prevention and control measures has resulted in a significant reduction in hospital-acquired infection cases, and this trend is expected to continue if these measures are consistently adopted. To gain a higher market share, companies in the industry are implementing various strategies such as collaborations and the launch of new products. For example, Metrex released surface disinfectant wipes called CaviWipes 2.0, certified for the Emerging Viral Pathogen Claim EPA's and effective against 42 illnesses, including SARS-CoV-2. Additionally, the Association for Experts in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) established a strategic relationship with Metrex Research, LLC, aiming to lower infection risk. Manual cleaning and disinfection techniques alone are insufficient to control HAIs. Housekeepers often clean only 40% to 50% of the required surfaces, which may be due to hospitals' inability to comply with strict guidelines or the resistance of multidrug-resistant microbiota. To address this, the Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control (APSIC) updated its guidelines for medical device disinfection and sterilization, focusing on practical advice to meet high standards. This approach improves patient safety, reduces hospital costs, and enhances the efficacy of medical devices, thus driving market growth in the near future.