Non-Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Market Report 2025

This Non-Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.

The non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.62 billion in 2024 to $2.84 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased prevalence of diabetes, aging population, improved awareness, research advancements, lifestyle changes and improved diabetes management.

The non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.87 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of telemedicine, development of novel therapeutics, integration of artificial intelligence, increasing investments in research and development, and expansion of healthcare infrastructure. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of artificial intelligence for screening and diagnosis, rising demand for telemedicine and remote monitoring solutions, emergence of, personalized medicine approaches for diabetic retinopathy treatment, growing focus on preventive strategies and early intervention, and expanding role of patient-centered care models in managing diabetic retinopathy.

The growing prevalence of diabetes is expected to drive the expansion of the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market in the coming years. Diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition characterized by elevated blood glucose levels due to insufficient insulin production by the pancreas or the body’s cells becoming resistant to insulin. The condition is primarily caused by factors such as sedentary lifestyles, poor dietary habits, and genetic predispositions. Diabetes leads to non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy by damaging the blood vessels in the retina, mainly from prolonged exposure to high blood glucose levels, which results in impaired vision and potentially blindness. For example, in June 2024, the National Health Service (NHS), a UK-based government agency, reported that in 2023, over half a million (549,000) additional individuals in England were found to be at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This brought the total number of people with non-diabetic hyperglycemia, or pre-diabetes, registered with a GP to 3,615,330, a significant increase from 3,065,825 in 2022, representing nearly a 20% rise. Consequently, the increasing incidence of diabetes is fueling the growth of the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market.

Key players in the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market are focusing on developing AI-enabled cameras to enhance patient outcomes and revolutionize ophthalmic imaging. These cameras, equipped with artificial intelligence algorithms, aid in capturing, analyzing, and interpreting eye images for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. For instance, in May 2024, Optomed, a Finland-based medical technology company, introduced Optomed Aurora AEYE, a handheld AI fundus camera designed to instantly detect diabetic retinopathy beyond mild stages. This innovative device combines portability with the power of artificial intelligence to deliver high-quality retinal images for early detection and monitoring of various eye conditions. The Optomed Aurora AEYE utilizes AI algorithms to assist healthcare professionals in analyzing retinal images, enabling swift and accurate diagnosis of conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.

In January 2022, Meteda S.r.l., an Italy-based nutrition solutions company, acquired Retmarker SA to strengthen its position in providing innovative solutions for chronic diseases such as diabetes, particularly in diabetic retinopathy screening. This strategic move enhances Meteda's ability to address healthcare needs on a broader scale and prevent blindness among individuals with diabetes worldwide. Retmarker SA, a Portugal-based biotechnology company, specializes in developing medical devices serving as biomarkers for the progression of diabetic retinopathy.

Major companies operating in the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market are Pfizer Inc., Johnson & Johnson, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, AbbVie Inc., Bayer AG, Abbott Laboratories, Novartis AG, Eli Lilly and Company, Novo Nordisk A/S, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., Bausch Health Companies Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Genentech Inc., Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, ZEISS Group, Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., Santen Inc., Topcon Corporation, Lumenis Ltd., Alimera Science, Ocular Therapeutix Inc., Acucela Inc., Ampio Pharmaceuticals, Kowa Company Ltd., Nidek Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) stands as a prevalent complication of diabetes mellitus, impacting the retina - the light-sensitive tissue lining the rear of the eye. NPDR manifests through alterations in the retina's blood vessels due to prolonged exposure to elevated blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) associated with diabetes. Its management involves a blend of medical interventions, lifestyle adjustments, and routine eye examinations aimed at halting disease progression and preserving vision.

The primary treatments for non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy encompass anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapy, intraocular steroid injection, laser surgery, and vitrectomy. Anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapy entails the administration of medications that impede vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) to deter abnormal blood vessel growth within the retina. This treatment is prescribed across varying severity levels, including mild, moderate, and severe non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy, and is typically administered in hospitals, specialized clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and similar healthcare settings.

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The non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as ophthalmological consultations, optometric services, contract research services, and counselling services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR) market also includes sales of fundus cameras, optical coherence tomography (OCT) machines, laser photocoagulation equipment, and injections. 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.

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