Report: World Market for Respiratory Equipment and Disposables, 3rd. Edition

Abstract

The market for respiratory disposables and reusable accessories is witnessing dynamic changes. The market factors influencing demand in the U.S. are also present in Europe and the Asia/Pacific region - the aging of the population, technological trends and society' s acceptance of people with disabilities. Kalorama' s World Market for Respiratory Equipment and Disposables represents the third time that Kalorama Information has tackled this important device market.

This report analyzes the worldwide market for respiratory disposables and reusables, including the following segments:

Inhalers
- Metered Dose Inhalers
- Dry Powder Inhalers
- Spacers
Nebulizers
Airway Management Devices
- Endotracheal Tubes
- Tracheostomy Tubes
- Nasopharyngeal Catheters
- Nasal Cannulae
- Emergency Airways
- Airway Masks
- Oxygen Masks
- Pulmonary Resuscitators
- Resuscitator Masks
Positive Airway Pressure Devices
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Devices
- CPAP Mask Accessories
- Bi-Level CPAP Devices
- Bi-Level Device Accessories
Mechanical Ventilators
- Critical Care Ventilators
- Portable Ventilators
- Disposable Ventilators
- Reusable Ventilators
- Anaesthesia Ventilator Circuits
Oxygen Systems
Humidifiers
- Heated Humidifier Disposable Reservoirs
- Heated Humidifier Reusable Reservoirs
- Disposable Heat/Moister Exchangers (HMEs) in Portable Ventilators
- Pass-Over Humidifiers
- Disposable HMEs in Anesthesia Ventilators
Respiratory Measurement Divices
- Pulse Oximetry Sensors
- Capnographs
- Spirometers
- Peak Flow Meters

Within each segment, historical unit sales and dollar volume are provided. Projections are provided to 2012. Competitive market share is also provided by leading competitor for the base year of 2007.

Market information includes both U.S. and international markets. The market data are computed in terms of constant U.S. dollars. The report also discusses the impact of competition and product innovation on market share and growth rates for various segments. The market analysis is based on both extensive secondary research (published material, company reports, etc.) and on primary interviews with leading industry executives.