Market Introduction
The Europe operating tables market is a highly fragmented market with the presence of considerable regional and local players providing numerous solutions for companies investing in the market arena. The types of electric operating tables continue to increase, including five-section eccentric columns, built-in kidney bridges, C-arm carbon fiber catheter operating tables, etc., These types are convenient and safe, comprehensive functions, high control precision, and long service life. The power control source is used to operate various settings, such as table movement, table tilt, and height adjustment. It helps simplify the task of an operation without distracting the surgeon's attention. This feature can be used for electric operating tables. With the help of the remote control to assist the operation of the electric actuator, the movement of a table can be easily controlled. For example, the KME-1204 sliding top electric OT is suitable for various surgeries, such as general surgery; cardiovascular surgery; neurology, gynecology, urology, proctology, and traumatic surgery; plastic surgery; and laparoscopy. The table is equipped with remote control for easy height adjustment; side tilt; longitudinal sliding; and trendelenburg, flexion, and reflex positioning. Also, the nonreflecting surface is antibacterial and easy to clean. Owing to the plenty of power, smooth and quiet movement, multiple value-added features, and unlimited customization options (such as customized positioning), companies continue to add value to the electric adjustment of advanced operating tables. Therefore, it is expected that during the forecast period, a significant shift toward powered surgical tables will become a trend owing to the benefits offered by powered surgical tables.
In Europe, the UK reported a huge number of COVID-19 cases, which led to the discontinuation of several business operations, including operating table manufacturing activities. In addition, disrupted supply chains, extended lockdowns, and canceling of other medical procedures have also negatively affected the growth of the operating tables market. The hospitals in the region are canceling other surgical procedures to keep healthcare facilities free for COVID-19 patients. Moreover, the increasing COVID-19 infection in healthcare workers is leading to a shortage of staff. Recently, the newly discovered mutant strain of the virus has recreated the panic among hospital institutions and the general populace. These factors are negatively impacting the growth of the operating tables market. However, as vaccination drives are in progress, the companies are slowly opening their facilities and distribution channels for hospital furniture like operating tables, which is expected to support market growth.
Market Overview and Dynamics
The operating tables market in Europe is expected to grow from US$ 241.87 million in 2021 to US$ 296.22 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 2.9% from 2021 to 2028. The hospital industry across the region is growing at a rapid pace. Although the average hospital stays for a single patient has been slightly decreased from 7 days to 5–6 days in the last couple of decades, the total number of hospital admissions has increased in the last 5–6 years. According to the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), the hospital and diagnostic centers in India have attracted Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs) worth US$ 6 billion in the last couple of decades. The operating tables industry in India is booming owing to a few factors such as rising government and private sector investments, increasing geriatric population, and surging hospital count. Hospitals are known to amplify the effectiveness and quality of healthcare. Moreover, the World Health Organization (WHO) states that hospitals are an essential part of health system development. This has drawn the attention of Health Ministries in multiple countries to focus on improving the healthcare infrastructure and establish a hospital and clinical facilities in rural and urban areas. Thus, the rising number of hospitals and clinics across the region boosts the growth of the operating tables market.
Key Market Segments
Based on product type, the general surgery tables segment accounted for the largest share of the Europe operating tables market in 2021. Based on technology, the non-powered segment accounted for the largest share of the Europe operating tables market in 2021. Based on end user, the hospitals segment accounted for the largest share of the Europe operating tables market in 2021.
Major Sources and Companies Listed
A few major primary and secondary sources referred to for preparing this report on the Europe operating tables market are company websites, annual reports, financial reports, national government documents, and statistical database, among others. Major companies listed in the report include Skytron, LLC; STERIS Plc; AGA Sanitätsartikel GmbH; ALVO; Getinge AB; Mizuho Medical Co, Ltd.; Merivaara; Stryker Corporation and Hill Rom Holding Inc.
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