Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) Catheters Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The neonatal intensive care units (NICU) catheters market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.44 billion in 2024 to $0.47 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing prevalence of premature births, rising neonatal intensive care unit admissions, focusing on infection prevention, government initiatives in healthcare, growing awareness among healthcare professionals.

The neonatal intensive care units (NICU) catheters market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.56 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising global birth rate, increasing healthcare expenditure, emphasis on minimally invasive procedures, regulatory support and compliance, growing healthcare infrastructure in emerging markets. Major trends in the forecast period include patient-centric approaches, technological innovations in catheter design, collaborations and partnerships, advancements in medical technology, demand for minimally invasive procedures.

The increasing rates of preterm births are expected to drive the growth of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheter market in the future. Preterm birth, or premature birth, refers to a birth that takes place before 37 weeks of gestation. Premature infants often require specialized medical care, which includes the use of catheters for various needs, such as intravenous access, feeding, and monitoring. For example, in January 2023, a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a US-based national public health organization, revealed a 1% increase in registered births in the United States, reaching 3,664,292 compared to the previous year. As a result, the rising preterm birth rates are contributing to the growth of the NICU catheter market.

The increasing number of neonatal admissions is also expected to contribute to the growth of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheter market. Neonatal admissions refer to the hospitalization or admission of newborn infants, typically within the first 28 days of life, for medical care and monitoring. NICU catheters are utilized in infant care to provide specialized medical interventions and monitoring, particularly for premature or critically ill infants. This ensures immediate health needs are addressed, promoting their chances of survival and healthy development. For example, data from the American Academy of Pediatrics in October 2023 indicated that the percentage of infants classified as late preterm (LPT) and low birth weight (LBW) receiving exclusive care in the nursery increased from 83.9% to 88.8% due to special circumstances. Therefore, the increasing neonatal admissions are a key factor driving the growth of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheter market.

Major companies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheter market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as cardiac cryoablation focal catheters, to enhance their profitability. These catheters are designed to treat pediatric atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT), a condition where pediatric cardiology patients experience abnormal heart rhythms. For example, in February 2022, Medtronic plc, an Ireland-based healthcare technology company, received FDA approval for its Freezor and Freezor Xtra Cardiac Cryoablation Focal Catheters. These catheters are specifically used to treat life-threatening heart rhythm conditions in pediatric patients. The Freezor and Freezor Xtra Catheters are flexible, single-use tools that cool cardiac tissue and prevent abnormal electrical impulses within the heart.

In February 2023, Laborie Medical Technologies Corp., a US-based therapeutic and diagnostic medical company, successfully acquired Novonate Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move by Laborie Medical Technologies aims to integrate Novonate's LifeBubble technology, enhancing the protection capabilities of umbilical catheters and thereby improving safety for neonates. The acquisition is driven by the shared objective of both companies to elevate the standard of care for patients, addressing the unmet needs and benefits associated with safeguarding and securing umbilical catheters used in newborns. Novonate Inc., the acquired entity, is a US-based medical device company specializing in the manufacturing of products for neonatal care.

Major companies operating in the neonatal intensive care units (nicu) catheters market report are Cardinal Health Inc., Medtronic PLC, Becton, Dickinson and Company, Terumo Corporation, Edwards Lifesciences Corporation, Teleflex Incorporated, Cook Group Incorporated, ICU Medical Inc., Convatec Group PLC, Merit Medical Systems Inc., Hollister Incorporated, Avanos Medical Inc., Greiner Bio-One International GmbH, Smiths Medical ASD Inc., Vygon SA, AngioDynamics Inc., Nipro Medical Corporation, Argon Medical Devices Inc., PFM Medical AG, Romsons Group Pvt Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the neonatal intensive care units (NICU) catheters market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the neonatal intensive care units (nicu) catheters market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheter market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheter market consists of sales of urine catheters, endotracheal tubes, and extended-dwell peripheral intravenous (EPIV) catheters. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

A neonatal intensive care unit catheter is a flexible and elongated hollow tube utilized to access the veins or arteries of a newborn, enabling intravenous delivery of fluids, medications, and blood products. These catheters serve a critical role in neonatal intensive care units, facilitating central venous pressure monitoring. Additionally, they are employed to aid in breathing, administer oxygen, or provide assistance in mechanical ventilation for infants experiencing respiratory challenges.

The primary types of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) catheters include peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), central venous catheters (CVCs), umbilical venous catheters (UVCs), and other variations. Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) are slender tubes inserted through a peripheral vein, commonly in the arm, to establish central venous access for diverse medical purposes, such as intravenous therapy, chemotherapy, or prolonged medication administration. These catheters find application in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, specialty clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and others, where they are utilized for tasks such as medication administration, blood transfusions, diagnostic testing, and feeding.

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