Global hospital beds market to hit USD 4.84 billion

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The global hospital beds market was valued at $3.66 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach a value of $4.84 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.71% from 2023-2029

However, there are significant growth opportunities for new entrants. The market offers tremendous growth opportunities for both existing and future/emerging players due to the presence of a large pool of target patient population, increasing elderly population, chronic disease prevalence, various other events such as patients recovering from surgeries, accidental care, emergency care settings, and ambulatory setups, among others.

Europe was the most significant geographical segment of the global hospital beds market, with a share of over 30% in 2023. The market dominance of Europe is due to the rising incidence of chronic diseases and improvements in healthcare infrastructure. For instance, over 50 million people in Europe have more than one chronic disease. The region is also witnessing an increase in the average life expectancy rate, fueling the prevalence of various diseases and contributing to the rise in hospital admissions.

APAC’s global hospital beds market is growing significantly and is expected to continue during the forecast period. Furthermore, the APAC is projected to witness the highest CAGR in the global hospital beds market during the forecast period. The growth of the market in APAC is driven by factors such as the rise in the economy of countries in this region, the living standards of people that are increasing due to an increase in per capita income and spending capability, and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and cardiovascular disease in countries such as India and China.

Hospital beds are available in different types in various departments, such as emergency departments, critical care departments (ICU), and other general wards, as required. ICU beds are well equipped with accessors such as X-ray cassette holders, section mattress bases, and stepless pneumatic adjustment designed to support and assist healthcare staff for effective workflow.

With the increasing chronic disease prevalence, there is rising hospital admission, especially in critical care centers, which is driving the demand for ICU-compatible hospital beds. Road accident cases and factory accidents are increasing in developed as well as developing countries, which is contributing to ICU admissions in the country, boosting the demand for hospital beds in ICU departments.

Hospital beds play a vital role in healthcare as caregivers use them during patient treatment. Over the past decade, hospital beds have undergone a paradigm transformation driven by factors such as an increase in the elderly population, the need to reduce pressure sores, and an increase in obese patients. Many vendors are increasingly focusing on improving the design, efficiency, and safety, as well as incorporating additional features to provide quality patient care while providing healthcare services in any healthcare setting. Research and Markets